Mexicana Signs Long-Term Deal With Embraer for AHEAD Predictive Maintenance on Its E2 Fleet
Why It MattersManufacturer-run data analytics are becoming part of the aftermarket package for new-generation regional jets, tying operators' maintenance planning to the OEM's platform as fleets grow.
Embraer has signed a long-term agreement with Mexicana to implement its AHEAD (Aircraft Health Analysis and Diagnosis) platform for the airline's E2 fleet. Mexicana currently operates five E195-E2 and five E190-E2 aircraft, and has 20 more E2 aircraft on order, comprising 10 E190-E2s and 10 E195-E2s.
AHEAD lets airlines adopt predictive maintenance strategies by analysing aircraft data to identify and anticipate potential faults before they become critical events, with the aim of improving operational reliability and fleet efficiency. The platform monitors systems including the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), fuel, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, avionics, engines, navigation, air conditioning and flight controls in real time. It analyses data in flight and on the ground, applying advanced analytics and predictive algorithms to support proactive maintenance.
Mexicana CEO Leobardo Ávila Bojórquez said that using the data generated by each aircraft allows the airline to anticipate maintenance needs and schedule them in a timely manner, strengthening operational performance as its fleet and route network grow. Carlos Naufel, President and CEO of Embraer Services & Support, said the agreement strengthens the long-term collaboration as the airline continues to expand its operations with the E2 family, and that AHEAD supports a more predictive, data-driven approach to maintenance.
