Capítulo 6: The transfer of aeronautical know-how in the era of artificial intelligence: the human factor, risk control, and technical qualification in manufacturing and maintenance

Aircraft manufacturing and maintenance constitute non-negotiable pillars of civil aviation safety, historically operating under zero-failure margins. The recent integration of Artificial Intelligence systems and predictive analytics has transformed the diagnostic and optimization capabilities in these sectors. However, this analytical chapter demonstrates that technological evolution does not diminish the operator's relevance. On the contrary, it makes the human factor even more critical. The study investigates the challenge of aligning practical technical execution with complex automation, focusing on preventing automation bias and preserving manual proficiency. It is evident that the restructuring of corporate training, data literacy, and the development of technical leadership on the assembly line constitute the true foundation for the safe expansion of the contemporary aerospace industry.