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Data centres are increasingly turning to aircraft engines and fossil fuel generators to power AI operations due to delays in grid connection and supply chain issues, leading to a surge in demand for aeroderivative turbines and diesel generators, despite concerns over emissions and higher costs.
The NTSB issued a rare safety bulletin warning about potential issues with Boeing 737 Max engines, specifically CFM LEAP-1B engines, after incidents involving bird strikes that caused smoke to enter the cockpit, posing a serious hazard. The agency urges the FAA to ensure flight crews are informed and recommends software modifications, with Boeing and engine manufacturer GE Aerospace already working on updates.
The Lycoming O-320 engine, introduced in the late 1950s, is a powerful, reliable, and simple four-cylinder piston engine still used today in light aircraft, demonstrating the enduring effectiveness of classic engine design despite the rapid evolution of aviation technology.
Thai Airways has chosen General Electric over Rolls-Royce as its supplier of next-generation widebody engines for its 45 Boeing aircraft order, dealing a blow to the UK company's efforts to improve profitability. Rolls-Royce had faced public criticism from Thai Airways in November over pricing concessions, and the move marks one of the first public losses for Rolls as a result of its tougher stance with customers. The order provides a much-needed boost for Boeing amid manufacturing scrutiny, and Thai Airways plans to unveil more details at the upcoming Singapore air show.
Delta Air Lines is replacing unapproved parts in a small number of aircraft engines that were found during a recent overhaul. The affected engines make up less than 1% of Delta's mainline fleet. The airline is working with its service provider to replace the parts and remain in compliance with FAA guidelines. No aircraft are currently flying with unapproved engine parts, and the discovery has not impacted Delta's scheduled flying operations. This comes after other airlines, including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines, found components from AOG Technics Ltd. on their aircraft engines. AOG is under investigation for potentially selling engine components with forged paperwork.