Blockchain Aircraft Parts Tracking
Aircraft part records are often spread across paper files and disconnected systems. WILBUR™ records every lifecycle event as an immutable block on the blockchain, so trace documentation, maintenance history, installation status, and ownership records stay connected from birth to retirement. Think of it as a digital passport system for aviation assets.
What makes WILBUR™ unique is its token hierarchy. Instead of treating records as scattered files, WILBUR™ organizes data in a clear structure that mirrors how aviation assets actually perform:
- • The Aircraft Root Token (ANFT) sits at the top as the aircraft's master identity
- • Each aircraft links to one or more Engine Root Tokens (ENFT)
- • Each aircraft or engine links to individual Part Tokens (PNFT), representing the components that make up the aircraft and engine
This hierarchy creates a traceable chain from the whole aircraft down to the smallest tracked part, making it easier to validate provenance, simplify audits and compliance, facilitate easier asset transfers, and reduce missing or disputed records.
Aircraft Root Token (ANFT)
Aircraft's master digital identity
Top-level token that links the entire aircraft record: installed engines and all related part tokens, creating one traceable view of configuration and lifecycle history.
ANFTs are the single source of truth for audits, compliance, and asset value confidence.
Engine Root Token (ENFT)
Engine's complete digital record
Parent token for a specific engine that connects engine-level events and all engine sub-part tokens, preserving continuity even when the engine moves between aircraft. This token also allows for a high level of asset value confidence.
ENFTs reduce record fragmentation across multiple shop visits, leases, and transitions.
Part Token (PNFT)
Digital passport for an individual part
Part-level token containing critical documentation, maintenance/inspection history, repairs/overhauls, and supporting visuals, starting at the part's birth. All new and historical trace is recorded at the PNFT level.
PNFTs enable faster verification, maintenance and regulatory compliance, stronger provenance, and fewer missing or disputed records for asset transfers.
See how WILBUR™ connects to your ERP and creates these tokens, explore solutions for airlines, lessors, MROs, and suppliers, or try the interactive demo.