Patent ID: 8417590
Filing Date: 2013-04-09
Classification: B64F

Abstract:
1. A method of providing certified parts for maintenance of grounded aircraft comprising: a) contacting a response center on an airfield, the response center including at least one mobile facility providing a closed loop parts and maintenance system; b) locating a mobile response truck on airport grounds, the mobile response truck including a limited inventory of critical parts, wireless communications and at least one computer system; c) accessing from the mobile facility at least one of: d) staffing the mobile facility with a security-cleared attendant; e) locating the mobile facility in proximity to the grounded aircraft; f) accessing data from the mobile facility to obtain an aircraft part and an aircraft part certification documentation for the grounded aircraft; g) providing the aircraft part and the aircraft part certification documentation to maintenance personnel for the aircraft; and h) verifying the part and its certifications by electronic document transfer to the mobile facility.