Boeing Grounds 777X Test Fleet Amid Key Engine Part Concerns

Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 09:16

Boeing grounds its 777X test fleet after identifying key engine part issues during inspections. The decision follows a post-flight check revealing critical problems. The company is committed to inspecting all 777X aircraft for similar faults.
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Boeing Grounds 777X Test Fleet Amid Key Engine Part Concerns

Boeing Grounds 777X Test Fleet

Boeing has taken significant measures by grounding its fleet of 777X test aircraft due to a **critical** issue identified in a key engine mounting structure. This alarming discovery was made during a routine post-flight inspection after the aircraft had completed a five-hour and 31-minute test flight from Kona Airport in Hawaii. According to sources, a similar issue has also been detected in two other active test planes.

Inspection and Safety Measures

In response to these findings, the aerospace giant intends to inspect all of its 777X aircraft for the same problem. As noted on Boeing’s official website, the 777X is touted as the


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