FAA Finalizes Steps For Pratt-Powered 777 Service Return

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Damage was caused to the wing and the body fairing of a United Airlines 777-200 following an engine failure incident in February 2021.
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WASHINGTON—The FAA has finalized rules mandating inspections and modifications for Pratt & Whitney-powered Boeing 777s, completing a year-long process to develop fixes that address issues spotlighted in three engine failures and get grounded aircraft back into service. Airworthiness directives (ADs)...
Sean Broderick

Senior Air Transport & Safety Editor Sean Broderick covers aviation safety, MRO, and the airline business from Aviation Week Network's Washington, D.C. office.

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