Originally Posted by
Noisecanceller
Yep.
My question is is there a way to paint and retrofit planes WHILE they are down for engines? I’m sure many logistical pieces but that would be quite convenient if possible. Fly it to the interior shop rip the engine off while it’s in there. Rob an pair of engines to move it to the paint shops when another comes in for interiors.
Physically sure. The issue is the location of the plane. If the plane is parked for an AD they would have to get a ferry permit to fly it to the place where the paint and interiors are done.