Regulators Order V2500 Compressor Blade Swaps

IAE V2500

IAE V2500

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Regulators have ordered International Aero Engines (IAE) V2500 operators to replace third-stage high-pressure compressor (HPC) rotor blades during routine shop visits with parts that have new coatings to address persistent durability issues blamed for dozens of in-service incidents. An Aug. 20 FAA...
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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