Optimizing Airline Base Maintenance Through KPI-Driven Strategies: A Roadmap for Operational Excellence and Financial Sustainability

SeyyedAbdolHojjat  MoghadasNian,Hossein  MoradiDehKaboud

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Optimizing Airline Base Maintenance Through KPI-Driven Strategies: A Roadmap for Operational Excellence and Financial Sustainability

S. MoghadasNian,

H. MoradiDehKaboud

2026-05-02

https://doi.org/10.24108/preprints-3115132

This study delves into the strategic implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in airline base maintenance, highlighting their significant impact on enhancing operational efficiency, cost effectiveness, safety standards, and environmental sustainability. Through a comprehensive analysis, including case studies and practical applications, the research showcases the transformative potential of KPI-driven strategies across various dimensions of airline maintenance operations. The findings reveal that adopting a strategic, data-driven approach to maintenance management not only improves aircraft availability and reliability but also ensures financial sustainability by reducing maintenance costs and optimizing resource allocation. Moreover, the emphasis on safety and compliance KPIs has proven essential in fostering a safer maintenance environment and ensuring regulatory adherence. The integration of sustainability-focused KPIs reflects the aviation industry's growing commitment to environmental responsibility, demonstrating the role of maintenance operations in achieving broader sustainability goals. Based on the insights gained, recommendations are proposed to further enhance base maintenance operations through predictive maintenance, data quality and management, continuous improvement culture, cross-functional collaboration, and global benchmarking. This study provides a compelling case for the adoption of KPI-driven strategies as a best practice in airline maintenance management, supporting long-term operational success and competitive differentiation in the aviation industry.

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MoghadasNian S., MoradiDehKaboud H. 2026. Optimizing Airline Base Maintenance Through KPI-Driven Strategies: A Roadmap for Operational Excellence and Financial Sustainability. PREPRINTS.RU. https://doi.org/10.24108/preprints-3115132

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