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FAA investigating how titanium parts with falsified records wound up in Boeing and Airbus planes
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1y ago
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Federal regulators are investigating the presence of parts made with falsified quality documentation in Boeing and Airbus passenger jets. The planes containing these parts are deemed safe to fly, but Boeing is removing affected parts from undelivered planes. It is up to regulators like the FAA to determine if there are any actions needed for planes already in service. The issue was reported by Boeing after discovering that a distributor had provided incorrect or falsified records. The specific number of planes affected has not been disclosed.
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Fake Chinese titanium sold to Boeing and Airbus to build planes? FAA begins prob
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1y ago
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The FAA is investigating the use of potentially falsified titanium records in commercial jets produced by Airbus and Boeing. The titanium in question originated from a lesser-known Chinese producer and made its way into the supply chain through counterfeit documents. Spirit AeroSystems confirmed that the suspect parts were quarantined and removed from production, and more than 1,000 tests were conducted to confirm their properties. Last year, a similar scandal involving fake aircraft parts surfaced, indicating a broader issue of unauthorized parts infiltrating the aviation supply chain. Both the FAA and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency are conducting investigations.
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Air India’s $400-million fleet refurbishment in progress; 67 planes being upgraded
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Air India is undertaking a $400 million refurbishment of 67 aircraft, including 27 Airbus A320neos, 27 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, and 13 Boeing 777s. The upgrades involve new seats across Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes, updated cabins, and a refreshed livery. The first retrofitted Boeing 787-8 is expected by mid-June 2025, with the entire program completing by May 2027. Post-refurbishment, 106 out of 198 planes will feature upgraded interiors.
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US FAA probes latest Southwest Airlines flight that posed safety issues
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1y ago
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a recent incident involving a Southwest Airlines flight that flew at a dangerously low altitude over Tampa Bay, Florida. The Southwest Boeing 737 MAX aircraft dropped to as low as 175 feet, prompting an air traffic controller to divert the plane to Fort Lauderdale. This incident adds to a series of safety concerns surrounding Southwest Airlines, including an incident in April where a plane came close to the ocean off Hawaii. The FAA is also investigating other incidents involving low altitudes and runway concerns with Southwest flights.
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US agency to lead team to India to assist plane crash investigation
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1m ago
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A U.S. agency, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), will lead a team to India to assist in investigating an Air India crash involving a Boeing 787 in Ahmedabad. The crash impacted a flight with 242 passengers and crew on board. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing are also ready to support the investigation as per international protocols. U.S. officials expressed condolences and emphasized the need for a thorough investigation.
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United Grounds Fleet of Planes Because Our ‘No Smoking’ Sign Rule Is Ridiculous
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1y ago
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United Airlines grounded its new Airbus A321neo planes due to a technicality regarding the operation of the "No Smoking" signs. The A321neo has software that keeps the signs continuously turned on, unlike other aircraft in United's fleet. Although the FAA approved United's request for exemption to manually operate the signs in 2020, it did not include the A321neo. United grounded all five A321neos while seeking permission to add them to the existing exemption, stating that it is not a safety issue.
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Air India warned for flying Airbus planes with unchecked escape slides
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1m ago
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India's aviation regulator has reprimanded Air India for safety violations after three Airbus planes flew without mandatory inspections of emergency equipment. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) identified operational delays in emergency slide checks, with one instance being overdue by over a month. This breach reflects weak procedural controls at Air India, recently taken over by the Tata Group. Air India is now expediting verification of maintenance records, following DGCA's report on inadequate internal oversight.
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Boeing Deliveries Falter as China Compounds 737 Max Woes
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1y ago
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Boeing delivered 24 commercial jets in May, including 19 of its 737 family aircraft, as it faces parts shortages and increased scrutiny from China's regulators. While rival Airbus handed over 53 aircraft, Boeing's delivery total matched that of April, which was its lowest in over two years. The company expects to burn through about $8 billion in cash in the first half of the year and has seen its stock drop around 30% in 2021. Improving the quality of its aircraft and increasing deliveries are key challenges for Boeing.
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Govt to set up SPV to create ecosystem for India-made aircraft | Mint
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11m ago
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The Indian government intends to establish a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to develop an aircraft manufacturing ecosystem within the next five years. The SPV aims to boost the production and export of locally made planes, according to the civil aviation minister. While India's civil aviation manufacturing sector is still in its early stages, the government hopes to collaborate with global original equipment manufacturers such as Airbus and Boeing to gain expertise. These plans coincide with India's fast-growing aviation market, which has significant potential for growth.
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Inside Boeing’s struggle to make its best-selling plane again
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8m ago
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Since ending a strike at its U.S. plane factories, Boeing has been slow to increase production of its 737 MAX jet. Safety inspectors have been scouring planes for missed flaws during the work stoppage, and workers have been renewing their safety licenses. This cautious approach has gained praise from regulators and airline CEOs, but some smaller suppliers are hesitant to staff up again, creating uncertainty in the supply chain. However, Boeing restarted MAX production last week and hopes to produce 15 to 20 jets this month.
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Two years on, global aviation yet to recover from covid
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1y ago
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The global aviation industry is experiencing a shortage of planes due to a supply chain bottleneck caused by the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The lack of available parts has made it difficult for airlines to manufacture new planes, leading to a reliance on leasing, often at higher costs. Airlines such as IndiGo and Air India are grappling with grounded aircraft and delayed retrofitting due to component shortages. The supply chain issues have also affected the ramping up of air travel capacity and the recovery of international passenger volumes.
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