CFM Monitoring Leap Fleet For Issue Linked To Southwest Engine Failure

Credit: Sean Broderick
CFM International is monitoring its Leap engine fleet for signs of an issue believed to be tied to the March 26 contained engine failure on a Southwest Airlines 737 MAX 8 that was being ferried to storage. The engine-maker has targeted a specific subset of Leap-1A engines that power Airbus A320neos...
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.

Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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