What is the primary goal of Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM)?

The primary goal of Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) is to improve reliability and maintenance effectiveness. CBM involves the continuous monitoring of equipment and systems to assess their actual condition rather than relying solely on predetermined maintenance schedules. By using data gathered from various sources—such as sensors, inspection results, and operational performance—maintenance can be performed only when necessary, ensuring that interventions occur at the right time. This approach minimizes unnecessary maintenance tasks and helps to prevent unexpected failures that might lead to costly downtime.

Furthermore, improving reliability is critical in aviation maintenance, as it directly impacts safety, operational efficiency, and overall cost-effectiveness. With CBM, organizations can optimize maintenance practices, extend equipment lifespan, and enhance performance, ultimately leading to better reliability of aviation systems.

In contrast, increasing the number of maintenance personnel or enhancing manual maintenance processes do not fundamentally address the core objectives of CBM. Similarly, while reducing training time for technicians is beneficial, it is not the primary focus of condition-based strategies, which center on leveraging data for timely and effective maintenance actions.