Pratt Calls Delta Engine Fracture 'Unique'

Pratt&Whitney yesterday described as "unique" the engine fracture on a Delta MD-88 Saturday that proved fatal to two passengers when uncontained engine parts penetrated the cabin. The National Transportation Safety Board is looking at the fan hub of the JT8D-219 engine. "According to the physical...

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