Flightradar24 Shows Cathay Pacific's A350 Fleet Grounding Due to Engine Issues
Flightradar24 Tracks Cathay Pacific's Response to A350 Engine Failures
Recent flightradar24 updates indicate that Hong Kong’s leading airline, Cathay Pacific, has canceled dozens of flights as it inspects its entire Airbus A350 fleet following serious engine issues. After identifying a critical engine component failure on flight CX383 towards Zurich, Cathay has undertaken a thorough assessment of its 48-plane fleet.
Engine Component Failure and Its Impact
Cathay Pacific disclosed that this was the first instance of such a component failure occurring on any A350 globally. During inspections, multiple engines were found to have similar issues, leading to the preparation of spare parts and initiation of repairs.
- 24 flights canceled across two days.
- Engine issues tied to fuel nozzle failure.
- Collaboration with Airbus and Rolls-Royce for investigations.
These developments come at a challenging time for the aviation industry, especially after competing manufacturer Boeing has faced its own set of significant safety concerns. Cathay Pacific assures that it is actively working with both the aircraft and engine manufacturers to resolve the issues swiftly.
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