IndiGo, India's largest airline, is facing a significant challenge as it grapples with the possibility of grounding over 30 aircraft. The issue stems from problems related to the use of powdered metal components in their Pratt & Whitney-powered fleet.
This development comes after Pratt & Whitney, the US-based aircraft engine manufacturer, provided additional information on the issue.
According to Reuters, this hiccup has added to the grounding of another 40 aircraft due to preexisting problems.
IndiGo sees more groundings in Q4 due to Pratt & Whitney engines issues https://t.co/ZGud8owUAo pic.twitter.com/vFayFvfvI1
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IndiGo had previously faced issues related to P&W engines in 2019, with the PW1100G and PW1500G engines.
The recall of Pratt & Whitney's engines has undoubtedly tarnished its image as a trusted supplier of reliable large commercial engines.