Aircraft Tail Assignment

Summary

The Aircraft Tail Assignment System helps airlines solve one of their most complex planning challenges: assigning aircraft to flights at the tail-number level. By considering operational and technical constraints such as maintenance schedules, ground times, routing restrictions, cabin configurations, and crew continuity, the system generates flight assignments that maximize efficiency, profitability, and reliability.

We developed a mathematical optimization model, applied advanced heuristics, and built a robust scheduling engine that:

• Reduces maintenance frequency
• Maximizes fleet utilization
• Increases passenger capacity

Beyond optimization, the system enhances coordination across departments including maintenance, operations, and crew planning, resulting in smoother and more cost-effective workflows. With direct integration to real airline data, it enables adaptive, transparent, and data-driven planning — delivering measurable improvements in profitability, resource utilization, and operational resilience.