Airlines
Aeroflot and Rosatom Set to Commence Replicating Airbus and Boeing Parts
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In a bold move amidst Western sanctions, Aeroflot and Rosatom have announced plans to embark on mass production of local replacement parts for Airbus and Boeing aircraft. These sanctions, triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, have left Russian airlines like Aeroflot unable to import crucial components for their Airbus and Boeing fleets.
Consequently, they’ve been compelled to address maintenance issues in-house, relying on their own engineering expertise. The commencement of full-scale production for these replica parts is slated to take off in the first half of 2024, as reported.
In an interview with Izvestia, Aeroflot’s General Director, Alexey Mikhalik, and Technical Director, shared insights into the specific types of components they intend to manufacture. Mikhalik revealed, “We will be involved in the development, certification, and production of aviation components for a wide range of foreign aircraft, including those for cabin interiors, aircraft structural elements, and more.
The planned areas encompass air and water filtration elements, as well as various products made from plastic, metal, composite materials, honeycomb structures, and rubber. Additionally, they are venturing into electronic equipment for passenger cabins, encompassing inverters, power supplies, sensors, heating and lighting components, and various display equipment.”
Mikhalik also disclosed that scientific research, testing, and production activities are already in progress. However, all of these parts and components must undergo rigorous certification by the Federal Air Transport Agency to ensure their adherence to safety and quality standards.
This endeavor by Aeroflot and Rosatom demonstrates a strategic effort to overcome the challenges posed by sanctions and showcases Russia’s determination to maintain its aviation industry independently, even in the face of adversity.
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Airlines
Air India Express Aircraft Engine Part Falls Outside Delhi Airport; DGCA Orders Probe
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an inquiry following reports that metal fragments were discovered at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after an Air India Express flight made an emergency landing on Monday evening.
The emergency landing was prompted by a detected engine fault, but fortunately, the landing was executed safely without any injuries to the passengers.
The situation began when crew members of the Air India Express flight reported an engine issue, leading to the emergency landing. The DGCA has confirmed that a thorough investigation is underway and has directed that the aircraft undergo a comprehensive safety inspection.
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The discovery of metal debris outside the airport has raised concerns, prompting the DGCA to probe whether these fragments are linked to the aircraft involved in the emergency landing. Authorities are particularly focused on whether the metal pieces, which were found near the airport, originated from the same Air India Express flight that experienced engine trouble.
While preliminary assessments suggest that the debris could be a broken blade from an aircraft engine, the exact source remains unconfirmed. The airline has yet to verify if the metal fragments are from their aircraft.
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The Delhi Police, working in conjunction with the DGCA, have initiated their own investigation to determine the origin of the metal pieces. A technical team is set to analyze whether the fragments are associated with the aircraft in question. As the investigation continues, a case has been filed with the airport authority to address the matter.
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