WASHINGTON - MORE PROBLEMS: The FAA issued an emergency airworthiness directive late last week following multiple reports of Boeing 737 jet engines shutting down mid-flight. The order instructed airlines to inspect and possibly replace engine parts on any 737 that had been parked for at least seven days or flown fewer than 11 times since being returned to service, The Associated Press reported on Friday. The FAA said reports indicated certain engine valves might be getting stuck in the open position. The agency said corrosion of the valves could cause a complete power loss that would force pilots to make emergency landings, Sam Mintz and Stephanie Beasley report for Politico. Continue reading original article.
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July 31, 2020 -The Associated Press broke the story about four reports that Boeing 737 jets had engines shut down during flights. The Federal Aviation Administration says that operators must inspect any 737 that has been parked for at least seven days or hads been flown less than 11 times since it has returend to service. The issue is believed to be caused by valves being stuck open.
Boeing said that with aircraft being stored or used less during the COVID-19 pandemic, “the valve can be more susceptible to corrosion.” The AP also reported that Boeing "is providing inspection and parts-replacement help to airplane owners."
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