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FAA orders A320neo inspections of PW1100G engines
FAA mandates urgent checks on Airbus A320neo Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines after multiple in‑flight issues.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus A320neo-family aircraft, requiring immediate A320neo inspections of Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engines following reports of in‑flight shutdowns, abnormal vibration events and recent uncontained engine failures.
Operators must complete the inspection within 72 hours of the directive, the FAA says, affecting U.S. and European-registered jets. Major carriers named in industry briefings include Delta Air Lines (DL), Lufthansa (LH) and British Airways (BA). The inspections aim to identify affected engine components while investigations continue.
A320neo inspections: what airlines and crews need to know
The directive covers a subset of the A320neo family and targets the PW1100G geared‑turbofan series built by Pratt & Whitney. Airlines are directed to ground or inspect aircraft as required by the AD, report findings to regulators, and apply any mandatory hardware replacements or operational restrictions until a root cause is confirmed.
- Immediate action: carriers must carry out the required A320neo inspections within 72 hours.
- Operational impact: expect AOG (aircraft on ground) checks, potential short‑term schedule disruption, and targeted maintenance on affected engines.
- Investigation status: authorities and manufacturers are collecting data from incidents to determine repairs or design fixes.
Passengers may see short‑notice cancellations or aircraft swaps as airlines prioritize safety and compliance. Crews and maintenance teams are following the FAA checklist and reporting protocol; affected aircraft registrations and serial numbers will be handled per operator notices.
While the directive is urgent, regulators stress that inspections are a precautionary step to prevent further incidents as investigations continue. Airlines and maintenance organizations will publish additional guidance as findings are confirmed and corrective actions are issued.
