FAA Expands CFM56 Checks To Newer Blades

Credit: Southwest
FAA, following CFM International’s latest recommendations, has mandated inspections for the CFM56-7B fan blade population not covered by the agency’s April 20 emergency airworthiness directive (AD). The new AD, set for publication May 2 and effective May 12, orders operators to conduct ultrasonic or...

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