Assume the role of the Director of Maintenance for a global aviation organization. In review of several aircraft, you have noticed that these aircraft are reaching the end of their life-cycle and need to be replaced with newer, more efficient models. Although there are improvements that can be made to the existing aircraft to extend their service life, you feel that the purchase of newer aircraft will provide a higher return on investment in the long-run. You must communicate this information to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), which can be quite the challenge. You understand that in the long-run overall cost-reductions will be achieved, however, it will take several years to recoup the cost of the newer aircraft. In order to make a determination on whether or not to purchase new aircraft, the CFO has requested that you develop a short report demonstrating how the improvements will positively impact the maintenance department and overall financial stability of the organization along with supporting documentation.

Reference the scenario above to complete the following below:

Your CFO has agreed with your position to purchase new aircraft to replace the aircraft reaching the end of their life-cycle However, this will require new training for all maintenance personnel and a change in inspection planning cycles. You have led this department for several years and are well aware that many of your departmental members are not open to change. Compose a 3-4 page paper addressing the following:

• Explain how you will communicate the inclusion of new aircraft and the accompanying changes to your maintenance department.
• Develop a plan that you would use to address challenges that may incur as a result of these changes. Ensure your plan aligns with effective leadership practices that enhance operational output and maintenance safety.
• Format  and contain a minimum of five reference sources. Provide at least one in-text parenthetical citation in your paper for each source listed on the reference page.