All articles tagged with #aircraft inspection
Airbus is inspecting a limited number of A320 aircraft due to a supplier quality issue with metal panels, following recent widespread grounding of planes for a software update related to solar radiation interference. The issue is not considered an immediate safety threat, and the inspection process aims to identify affected aircraft, with the impact on repairs and timelines still unclear.
The FAA has temporarily banned MD-11 flights following a deadly UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky, which involved engine detachment and resulted in at least 14 fatalities. The order, supported by Boeing, mandates comprehensive inspections of the fleet before resumption of service, as investigations continue into the cause of the crash.
A severe storm caused Delta Air Lines to inspect over 100 aircraft and led to significant disruptions at Atlanta's airport, including evacuations and power outages, resulting in numerous flight cancellations and delays as the airline worked to restore operations.
Air India is canceling about 15% of its international wide-body flights over the next few weeks due to recent aircraft accidents, safety inspections, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, aiming to restore operational stability and passenger confidence.
A United Boeing 737-800 flying from San Francisco to Medford, Oregon was found to have a missing panel on its underside after landing. The plane, which had 139 passengers and six crew members, landed safely, and no injuries were reported. The airport paused operations to check for debris, and the Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incident. This comes after a series of recent incidents involving Boeing aircraft, including a panel blowing off a Boeing Max 9 jet in midair and fumes detected in the cabin of another Boeing 737-800 flight.
An Alaska Airlines flight from Portland to Phoenix returned to Portland International Airport after passengers in the rear of the plane reported smelling fumes or an odor. The crew declared an emergency, and the aircraft landed safely with no reported injuries. Firefighters inspected the plane but found no immediate sources of danger. The incident did not cause delays for other flights, and the airplane is being inspected by the airline's maintenance team.
A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester, England to New York City was canceled after a passenger noticed multiple screws missing from the wing of the plane, prompting additional inspection. While the airline emphasized that the missing screws did not compromise the aircraft's safety, the flight was canceled for further assessment. Passengers were flown to JFK Airport on different flights, and the airline assured that safety standards were maintained, with the aircraft now back in service.
Two airplanes operated by regional carriers under the United Express name clipped wings while taxiing at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago. No injuries were reported, and both planes proceeded to their gates. Maintenance teams are inspecting the aircraft for damage.