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Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Loses Engine Cowling landing at Seattle airport

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Loses Engine Cowling landing at Seattle airport

On Monday, August 22, 2022, Alaska Airlines aircraft AS558 from Seattle (SEA) to San Diego was involved in this incident (SAN). Six crew members and 176 passengers were on board the aircraft.

According to a statement from Alaska Airlines, a portion of the cowling, the metal panelling protecting the engine, came off from the aircraft as it touched down. During takeoff, the Boeing 737-900ER’s crew noticed an odd vibration on the left side of the aircraft during departure.

 

A different flight headed for San Diego was used to rebook the passengers, the airline claimed. According to the airline, the pilots and flight attendants handled the issue with “tremendous professionalism and care.” “We also sincerely thank the attendees’ tolerance throughout this incident.”

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.

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