Airlines

Missing Nut in Bolt, Boeing Issues Worldwide Alert Advisory to Airlines

The Federal Aviation Administration and aircraft manufacturer Boeing confirmed this week that they are requesting that airlines examine their 737 Max aircraft for a possible loose bolt in the rudder control system.

The targeted inspections will be “closely monitored,” according to the FAA. During routine maintenance, an international operator discovered a bolt that was missing a nut. As a result, the agency said on Thursday that Boeing had sent its inspection guidelines to airlines. Boeing also found an undelivered aircraft with an improperly tightened nut in a different instance.

When a bolt with a missing nut was found by an international operator during routine maintenance, the Boeing aircraft problem was discovered. Boeing said on Friday that the problem with that specific aircraft has been fixed.

The aircraft manufacturer issued a statement saying, “We are recommending operators inspect their 737 MAX airplanes and inform us of any findings out of an abundance of caution.” “We will keep the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) updated on our progress, as we have already done.”

Over 1,370 737 Max aircraft have been delivered by Boeing to operators worldwide, including three Indian airlines: Akasa, Air India Express, and SpiceJet. An Akasa Air representative stated that Boeing had notified them of the problem.

“Akasa will adhere to the same inspections and protocols that the manufacturer or regulatory body suggests, just like all other operators globally, and in compliance with our strictest safety standards. So far, there has been no impact on our operating fleet or deliveries, according to a statement.

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Air India Express Aircraft Engine Part Falls Outside Delhi Airport; DGCA Orders Probe

Air India Express flight skids off runway while landing at Kochi airport

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.