Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) for Aerospace Fundamentals Training by Tonex
This two-day course provides a comprehensive understanding of Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) in the aerospace sector. Participants will explore methodologies to optimize maintenance, repair, and sustainment strategies, improving operational efficiency while reducing lifecycle costs.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand LORA principles and their role in aerospace logistics.
- Learn how to conduct a cost-benefit analysis for repair vs. replace decisions.
- Integrate LORA with RCM, FMEA, and CBM strategies.
- Analyze real-world case studies from military, commercial, and space applications.
- Gain proficiency in LORA decision modeling tools.
Target Audience:
- Aerospace engineers (reliability, logistics, maintenance)
- Defense contractors & military sustainment personnel
- Fleet managers & MRO professionals
- Supply chain & procurement specialists
- System and reliability engineers
Course Agenda:
Day 1: LORA Fundamentals & Decision Process
Module 1: Introduction to LORA
- Definition, Importance, and History
- Aerospace LORA regulatory frameworks (MIL-STD-1390D, MIL-HDBK-502A)
- LORA vs. Integrated Product Support (IPS) & Lifecycle Costing (LCC)
Module 2: The LORA Decision-Making Process
- Key Inputs & Cost Drivers (labor, downtime, spares, logistics)
- Trade-offs: Repair vs. Replace vs. Discard
- Case Study: LORA in Aircraft Systems
Module 3: Maintenance Strategies & LORA
- O-Level, I-Level, D-Level maintenance structures
- Depot vs. Field maintenance – cost & feasibility analysis
- Commercial vs. Military Aerospace LORA strategies
Module 4: Reliability & Maintainability in LORA
- RAM metrics (MTBF, MTTR) & their impact on LORA
- Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA) & Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM)
- Case Study: LORA applied to a fighter jet engine sustainment
Workshop 1: LORA Decision Tree Exercise
- Hands-on repair vs. replace decision-making analysis using real-world data.
Day 2: Advanced LORA & Implementation
Module 5: Economic Analysis in LORA
- Lifecycle Cost (LCC) modeling & cost-benefit analysis
- Net Present Value (NPV) & Return on Investment (ROI) metrics
- Case Study: Cost-based LORA analysis for aircraft avionics
Module 6: AI, Predictive Maintenance & LORA
- Role of AI, IoT & Digital Twins in LORA
- Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) & Prognostics
- Real-world applications: AI-enhanced aerospace maintenance forecasting
Module 7: LORA for Space & Unmanned Systems
- Unique LORA challenges in space systems (satellite repair, on-orbit servicing)
- LORA for UAVs & Drone Fleets
- Case Study: LORA applied to NASA’s Mars Rover mission
Module 8: LORA Implementation Best Practices
- Integration with defense & commercial aerospace programs
- LORA software tools: COMPASS, SLICwave, OPUS10
- Regulatory compliance & reporting standards
Workshop 2: LORA Case Study – Aircraft Maintenance Optimization
- Teams analyze real aerospace maintenance data, develop a LORA sustainment strategy, and present findings.
Training Methodology
- Instructor-led presentations & interactive discussions
- Hands-on workshops & case study analysis
- LORA modeling tools & Excel-based cost analysis
- Group collaboration & real-world scenario exercises
- Q&A sessions for problem-solving & practical insights
Course Deliverables
- Comprehensive LORA Handbook with methodologies & case studies
- Excel-based LORA Decision Matrix Tool
- Hands-on exercises & solution templates
- Certificate of Completion
Key Takeaways
- Develop data-driven LORA models to optimize aerospace maintenance.
- Reduce repair costs while maximizing aircraft availability.
- Understand emerging AI & predictive maintenance applications in LORA.
- Apply LORA principles to military, commercial & space aerospace systems.
Enhance your expertise in aerospace maintenance and repair planning. Enroll in the Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) for Aerospace Fundamentals Training by Tonex today!