Collins Aerospace, part of RTX (NYSE: RTX), has been chosen by Qatar Airways to supply its Ascentia™ analytics platform for the carrier’s fleet of 52 Boeing 787 aircraft. The announcement was made during the Dubai Air Show and marks a shift towards more data-led maintenance planning for the airline.
The Ascentia system uses aircraft sensor data combined with historical fleet information and advanced modelling to monitor component performance in real time. The technology is designed to identify potential issues before they arise, helping airlines cut down on unplanned maintenance, reduce aircraft downtime and strengthen on-time operations.
“What sets the Collins Ascentia solution apart is our role as the system OEM, enabling us to deliver precise, real-time recommendations that minimize flight disruptions and enhance the reliability of air travel,” said Nicole White, vice president and general manager of Connected Aviation at Collins Aerospace. “Airlines worldwide rely on Collins components to power their Boeing 787 fleets. With Ascentia analytics supporting nearly 40% of the 787s in operation today, we provide unique insights, seamless system integration, and robust technical support, empowering airlines to effortlessly monitor, analyze, and act on critical operational data to drive efficiency and performance.”
According to Collins Aerospace, Ascentia’s predictive functions will support Qatar Airways in planning maintenance windows, managing resources more effectively and improving spare parts availability, all aimed at lowering costs and improving operational efficiency.
About Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our 80,000 employees are dedicated to delivering future-focused technologies to advance sustainable and connected aviation, passenger safety and comfort, mission success, space exploration, and more.
About RTX
RTX is the world’s largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
