FAA bars MD-11 flights after a fiery UPS jet crash – that’s the headline, and frankly, it’s understandable. The news is centered around an emergency airworthiness directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, following a terrifying incident. We’re talking about a UPS MD-11 cargo jet that experienced a catastrophic engine failure during takeoff in Louisville. The left engine, along with its pylon (the structure connecting it to the wing), completely detached.
The FAA’s response was swift and decisive. They grounded the entire fleet of MD-11s, a decision driven by safety concerns and a commitment to understanding what exactly went wrong.… Continue reading
A United Airlines Boeing 787, Flight 108, experienced a suspected engine failure shortly after takeoff from Washington Dulles International Airport, prompting the pilot to declare a mayday. The flight, carrying 219 passengers and 11 crew members, was en route to Munich, Germany when the pilot reported the left engine failure. The plane then circled back and safely landed at Dulles approximately 30 minutes later, with all passengers deplaning normally. The flight was subsequently canceled and passengers were rebooked on alternative travel arrangements.
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General Motors is recalling nearly 600,000 SUVs and trucks in the U.S. due to potential engine failure caused by manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and crankshaft of the 6.2L V8 engine. The recall encompasses 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL models. Dealers will inspect engines and perform repairs or replacements as needed; those passing inspection will receive higher-viscosity oil, a new oil fill cap, and an oil filter. This action follows a NHTSA investigation and numerous field reports of engine failures, including 12 crashes and 12 injuries.
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A preliminary report on the Jeju Air crash revealed duck remains in both engines, though the cause of the deadliest air disaster in South Korean history remains undetermined. The Boeing 737-800 belly-landed after a reported bird strike, with flight recorders ceasing operation four minutes prior to the emergency declaration. The investigation will analyze engine components, flight data, and the impact site, including the localizer embankment that likely exacerbated casualties. The report, shared internationally, is part of an ongoing investigation aiming to determine the accident’s cause.
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