Flight Safety Information - November 20, 2024 No. 231 In This Issue : Accident: Salaam L410 at Lankien on Nov 19th 2024, runway excursion, fire on board : Incident: SAS A333 near Greenland on Nov 14th 2024, turbulence prompts engine shutdown : Incident: Delta A21N at Boston on Nov 19th 2024, fumes in cockpit : Incident: American B38M at Phoenix on Nov 18th 2024, engine fire : Incident: KLM Cityhopper E295 at Amsterdam on Nov 19th 2024, rejected takeoff due to birds ahead : Accident: Cargojet B763 at Vancouver on Nov 19th 2024, flaps problems, overran runway on landing, nose gear collapse : Amazon cargo jet reported ‘flight control problem’ before sliding off Vancouver runway : Pilot in deadly helicopter crash had student license, report says : Air Force base reports lasers aimed at aircraft above Okinawa : 'Tighter than sardines in a can': 41% of travelers want to ban reclining seats on planes : FAA suspends all flights to Caribbean country, as U.S. warns ‘Level 4: Do not travel : Boeing Asks FAA To Extend Exemption For Certain FDR & CVR Regulations For Test Flights : Tehran summons UK envoy to protest sanctions on Iran’s aviation, shipping sectors : Airbus CEO Optimistic Despite Tight Engine Supply for Year-End Jet Deliveries : Boeing's Turbulent Flight: Massive Layoffs and Global Challenges Threaten Recovery : Advance Your Aviation Career with Purdue's Online Master's Program : Calendar of Events Accident: Salaam L410 at Lankien on Nov 19th 2024, runway excursion, fire on board A Salaam Air Let L-410, registration TL-BMM performing a flight from Juba to Lankien (South Sudan) with 5 people on board, veered off the runway at Lankien and suffered the collapse of its landing gear. There was a fire in the interior of the aircraft. All occupants survived. The airport of Juba confirmed the aircraft carrying 5 people crashed on landing in Lankien, apparently there had been a fire on board, however, further details are unknown. There is no information on the condition of people on board and condition of the aircraft. The airport of Juba later reported that all occupants survived the accident. https://avherald.com/h?article=52086bc8&opt=0 Incident: SAS A333 near Greenland on Nov 14th 2024, turbulence prompts engine shutdown A SAS Scandinavian Airlines Airbus A330-300, registration LN-RKS performing flight SK-957 from Stockholm (Sweden) to Miami,FL (USA), was enroute at FL360 just east of Greenland in contact with Iceland's Air Traffic Control when the aircraft encountered turbulence causing a left hand engine (Trent 772) low oil pressure indication. The crew shut the engine down and descended to FL280, where the crew managed to restart the engine. The aircraft climbed back to FL360, upon entering Canadian Airspace the crew declared emergency and decided to turn around and divert to Copenhagen. The aircraft descended to FL350, later climbed to FL370 and landed safely in Copenhagen about 6 hours after the turbulence encounter. The Canadian TSB reported: "During cruise, the flight experienced turbulence while in Reykjavik’s airspace that caused the indication of ENG 1 Low Oil Pressure. The crew shut down the left engine as per the quick reference handbook and started a descent. The crew was able to restart the engine at around FL280 and proceeded to climb back to a cruise altitude of FL360. Once in Gander’s airspace, the crew declared an emergency and requested to turn back and landed at Copenhagen Airport (EKCH), Denmark, without further incident." The occurrence aircraft is still on the ground in Copenhagen on Nov 19th 2024. https://avherald.com/h?article=520888f7&opt=0 Incident: Delta A21N at Boston on Nov 19th 2024, fumes in cockpit A Delta Airlines Airbus A321-200N, registration N535DN performing flight DL-473 (dep Nov 18th) from Seattle,WA to Boston,MA (USA), was descending towards Boston when the crew reported fumes on the flight deck. The aircraft continued for a safe landing on runway 33L about 4:55 hours after departure. The FAA reported: "Delta Air Lines Flight 473 landed safely at Boston Logan International Airport around 7:35 a.m. local time on Tuesday, Nov. 19 after the crew reported possible fumes in the flight deck. The Airbus A321 departed Seattle–Tacoma International Airport. The FAA will investigate." The occurrence aircraft is still on the ground in Boston about 8 hours after landing. https://avherald.com/h?article=52087bd4&opt=0 Incident: American B38M at Phoenix on Nov 18th 2024, engine fire An American Airlines Boeing 737-8 MAX, registration N330TJ performing flight AA-2466 from Phoenix,AZ to Santa Ana,CA (USA), was climbing out of Phoenix's runway 07L when the crew declared emergency reporting a left hand engine (Leap) fire and requested to level off at 5000 feet. The aircraft returned to Phoenix for a safe landing on runway 08 about 15 minutes after departure. After landing the crew advised emergency services they had discharged one fire bottle and the fire had gone out. The FAA reported: "AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO AIRPORT DUE TO LEFT ENGINE FIRE AND FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED, PHOENIX, AZ." The aircraft is still on the ground in Phoenix about 29 hours after landing. https://avherald.com/h?article=52087884&opt=0 Incident: KLM Cityhopper E295 at Amsterdam on Nov 19th 2024, rejected takeoff due to birds ahead A KLM Cityhopper Embraer ERJ-192-E2, registration PH-NXM performing flight KL-1753 from Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Hamburg (Germany), was accelerating for takeoff from Amsterdam's runway 36L when the crew rejected takeoff at high speed. The aircraft slowed safely and stopped on the runway about 1540 meters/5050 feet down the runway. The crew advised they had a brakes overtemperature. About 10 minutes after the rejected takeoff the aircraft vacated the runway and returned to the apron. The rotation was cancelled. A passenger reported the captain explained a large flock of birds was ahead, they would certainly have collided with the flock if they had continued takeoff. The brakes were too hot so they needed to return to the apron for assessment. The flight was subsequently cancelled and they were rebooked. https://avherald.com/h?article=52086446&opt=0 Accident: Cargojet B763 at Vancouver on Nov 19th 2024, flaps problems, overran runway on landing, nose gear collapse A Cargojet Boeing 767-300 on behalf of Amazon Prime Air, registration C-GAZI performing flight W8-2387 (dep Nov 18th) from Hamilton,ON to Vancouver,BC (Canada), had declared PAN PAN prior to landing reporting flaps problems, they would land at a higher speed than normal, prompting emergency services to assume their standby locations. The aircraft landed on Vancouver's runway 08L at 01:28L (09:28Z) at a higher than normal speed (about 175 knots over ground), overran the runway by about 572 meters/1880 feet and suffered the collapse of the nose gear, the crew declared Mayday after coming to a stop. Both runways were closed following the runway excursion, runway 08R had been closed for works, runway 08L needed to be closed due to the occurrence, runway 08R was opened following the occurrence. https://avherald.com/h?article=5208486a&opt=0 Amazon cargo jet reported ‘flight control problem’ before sliding off Vancouver runway A runway at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will be closed for approximately 48 hours after an Amazon PrimeAir cargo airplane ran off the airstrip during landing early Tuesday morning. Air traffic control audio shows a Boeing 767 cargo jet reported a “flight control problem” involving a mechanism on its wings used to slow the aircraft just before it skidded off a runway at Vancouver’s airport at high speed. Conversations between the pilots on the Amazon Prime Air jet and air traffic control reveal that the plane was experiencing a problem with its “leading edge slats,” and was carrying about 10,000 kilograms of fuel. In other recordings the tower tells awaiting emergency responders that the jet was “coming in fast,” while data from the Flightradar24 database shows the plane was travelling at a ground speed of about 200 km/h when it left the runway. The Transportation Safety Board said it’s investigating after the flight went off the end of the north runway at about 1:45 a.m. on Tuesday. None of the three-person crew was hurt, but the airport said the north runway will remain closed for about two days as the jet sits in a grass field, nose down, with engines on each of the mud-splattered wings touching the ground. Vancouver airport CEO Tamara Vrooman says there was “no risk” at any point of the plane breaching the runway’s “secure” perimeter, which separates it from the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet shopping mall and its parking lot. A runway at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is closed Tuesday after an Amazon PrimeAir cargo airplane ran off the runway during landing overnight. Vrooman says that all flights originally scheduled for the day were moved to the south runway, and only about 5 per cent of flights experienced any disruptions due to the move. Flightradar24, a global flight tracking database, says the plane operated by Cargojet Airways left Hamilton, Ont., just after midnight eastern time and its flight path shows it continued 500 metres past the end of the runway in Vancouver before coming to a stop. The audio recordings of air traffic control in Vancouver show the crew reported problems with the plane’s control systems about 20 minutes before landing, with one crew member requesting time to run a checklist to try to resolve the issue. An air traffic controller said they wanted to keep the plane “close to the airport,” while the crew tried to find a solution, but control also asked if emergency responders should be ready. “Yeah, we can bring out the fire trucks just for precaution,” a crew member told air traffic control. The crew also confirmed to air traffic control that it had no dangerous cargo on-board, other than the fuel. According to the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Beginner’s Guide to Aeronautics, slats and flaps on an aircraft’s wings are deployed to both slow a plane for landing as well as generate lift. At the time the jet slid off the runway, Environment Canada’s weather station at the airport showed light rain and snow had been falling for about 90 minutes. The safety board’s website says runway overruns can damage planes and, in the worst cases, lead to injuries or deaths. The board says the consequences can be particularly serious when there isn’t enough room at the end of a runway or a suitable system to stop planes. “This closure will have an impact on YVR operations and flight schedules, but aircraft continue to arrive and depart on our south runway,” the airport said in an updated statement Tuesday. “We encourage passengers to check with their airlines for current flight schedules and status before heading to YVR.” Vrooman did not offer a specific timeline for the removal of the jet, but she said that cargo would be removed before crews build some sort of roadway through the grassy area where the plane came to a stop in order to pull it out of its current location. https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2024/11/19/vancouver-airport-amazon-cargo-jet-reported-problem/ Pilot in deadly helicopter crash had student license, report says The man piloting a helicopter in a deadly crash was not authorized to fly without an instructor, a preliminary report from federal investigators revealed. IOWA, La. (KPLC) - The man piloting a helicopter in a deadly crash was not authorized to fly without an instructor, a preliminary report from federal investigators revealed. The Robinson R-44 II helicopter crashed north of Iowa around 9 p.m. on Nov. 1, killing its three occupants, pilot Jared Savant, his wife, Tanya, and their 2-year-old daughter, all of Kinder. Jared Savant held a student pilot certificate, according to an initial review by the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA had no record of Savant holding a medical certificate, which is required for a student to fly without an instructor. Even with a medical certificate, student pilots are not allowed to carry passengers without an instructor. Savant had logged about 139 hours of flight time, all in R-44 helicopters, including 15 hours at night, according to investigators. https://www.kplctv.com/2024/11/19/pilot-deadly-helicopter-crash-had-student-license-report-says/ Air Force base reports lasers aimed at aircraft above Okinawa November 20, 2024 Laser pointers aimed at aircraft can be a major safety hazard, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. (U.S. Air Force) KADENA AIR BASE, Okinawa — Japanese police are investigating reports from the 18th Wing that laser pointers were aimed at two of its aircraft in the air on Tuesday. Okinawa Prefectural Police received two reports from the base that a green laser was aimed from the ground at the aircraft, a police spokesman said by phone Wednesday. Neither the spokesman nor the wing would specify what type of aircraft were targeted. The first report, around 7:15 p.m., said a laser that seemed to originate from the shore of Yomitan village was aimed at an aircraft flying around the base, the spokesman said. A second report at 7:45 p.m. said a laser originating from the Mizugama district of Kadena town was aimed at another aircraft, the spokesman said. No injuries or damages to the aircraft were reported, the spokesman said. The Air Force is cooperating with a police investigation, according to the spokespeople. Wing spokeswoman Maj. Alli Stormer in an email Wednesday confirmed the reports of lasers pointed at aircraft assigned to Kadena. “Pointing a laser at an aircraft is not only dangerous but also illegal under Japanese law,” she wrote. Kadena is a strategic Air Force hub with squadrons of air refuelers; surveillance, command and control aircraft; helicopters; and fourth- and fifth-generation fighters. The incidents may violate the Civil Aeronautics Act or Article 234 of Japan’s penal code, forcible obstruction of business, the spokesman said. A violation of Article 234A may result in up to three years in prison or a fine up to 500,000 yen — more than $3,200. “I am aware that something similar happened about 10 years ago in Ginowan city, and that case was filed as forcible obstruction of business,” the spokesman said. Some Japanese government officials are required to speak to the media only on condition of anonymity. https://www.stripes.com/branches/air_force/2024-11-20/laser-pointers-aircraft-okinawa-15909248.html 'Tighter than sardines in a can': 41% of travelers want to ban reclining seats on planes One of the hottest debates in air travel is whether or not it's rude to recline your seat. In an age where airplane seats seem to be getting smaller and tighter, a reclined seat can make a big difference in your limited space. Reclining your own seat might add a bit of comfort, but when the seat in front of you goes fully back, it can leave you feeling uncomfortably cramped. This debate turned into a full-blown conflict on a Cathay Pacific Airways flight in September when a woman refused to put her seat upright so the couple behind her could watch the television screen, resulting in them kicking and shaking her seat. While hopefully you won't end up in an altercation on your next flight, you may be wondering if it's poor etiquette to recline their seat. Others think it should just be outright banned, at least on shorter flights. In a new survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of La-Z-Boy in October, 41% of American adults said they support a ban on reclining seats during domestic flights. Of the 2,051 survey respondents, the demographics most in favor were those over 65 years old and those between 18 and 34 years old. "Reclining on airplanes is a polarizing topic. We know some people like the five degrees of lean they get at 35,000 feet, but the way it infringes on others' space can create havoc and discomfort," Christy Hoskins, CMO of La-Z-Boy, told USA TODAY in an email statement. One traveler who is all for the ban is Bryan Murphy, a 43-year-old Hawaii travel expert from Riverside, California. "Honestly, banning reclining seats on domestic flights just makes sense," he said, adding that a ban would take away any awkwardness or "second-guessing" with the person behind you. Airplane passengers in seats "With space already tighter than sardines in a can, who needs another reason for tension at 30,000 feet?" Murphy said. "A no-recline policy would set a clear, no-fuss standard that respects everyone’s comfort and keeps peace on board." Maria Opatz, a 32-year-old from Minneapolis who travels frequently for work, thinks otherwise. "My hot take? You paid for that seat and all of its functionality, including the recline button," she said. "Don't feel bad using it." How to recline your seat respectfully Since there’s no official ban on reclining seats in the U.S., travelers can still lean back if they wish. Here are a few things to keep in mind to show good airplane etiquette. "Firstly, let us acknowledge that reclining one’s seat does impact the person behind us," said Jo Hayes, an Australia-based etiquette expert. "Even though it’s well within our right to recline our seat, it can be a bit annoying for the person behind us." Hayes recommends travelers recline back "as gently as possible," A.K.A., with no sudden drops that could spill someone's coffee or hit their open laptop. "It’s also common courtesy to turn around and acknowledge the passenger behind with an apologetic smile, accompanied by 'forgive me,' " added Hayes. When returning your seat to the upright position, Hayes said to also do this nice and slow to not disturb the person behind you. And please don't ignore the announcement to bring your seat up during meal service. "These small gestures go a long way in taking the sting out of the annoyance," Hayes said. https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2024/11/20/ban-reclining-airplane-seats/76301038007/ FAA suspends all flights to Caribbean country, as U.S. warns ‘Level 4: Do not travel’ The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has suspended all flights to Haiti for the next 30 days as gang violence spirals out of control. Last week, gangs fired shots at three planes, including a Spirit Airlines jet attempting to land in Port-au-Prince, according to CBS News. A flight attendant was injured, and the airport was forced to shut down. JetBlue also found damage from a bullet on one of its planes returning from Haiti during a post-flight inspection in New York. An American Airlines flight from Haiti’s main airport was also hit by gunfire, according to the airline and a pilot union memo obtained by CNN. American Airlines has suspended flights until Feb. 12. The recent shootings occurred amid a wave of chaos in Haiti, just as a new prime minister, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, was sworn in after Garry Connille was removed from office following a tumultuous six-month term. Since January, around 3,600 people have been killed in the unrest, and more than 500,000 have been displaced. U.N. spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric reported that on Monday there were at least 20 armed clashes and numerous roadblocks, significantly hindering aid efforts. The United Nations has temporarily paused flights to Haiti. “You will have seen that following a Spirit Airlines was shot at on its final approach at the airport in Port-au-Prince, the airport has now been closed until 18 November,” UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said at a Tuesday briefing. LEVEL 4 - DO NOT TRAVEL Once a popular travel destination for cruise ships and Caribbean tourists, Haiti is now under the U.S. State Department’s highest travel advisory – a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” warning due to escalating gang violence. The State Department reports that Haiti has been under a state of emergency since March, citing incidents of robbery, carjackings, sexual assaults, widespread kidnappings, as well as mob killings and attacks. Last Monday, the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince issued a security alert, warning about “gang-led efforts” to disrupt travel in and out of the capital. The alert emphasized violent incidents affecting roads, ports and airports. “The security situation in Haiti remains unpredictable and dangerous,” the embassy advised. “Traveling within the country carries significant risks, and the U.S. government cannot guarantee your safety when traveling to airports, border crossings, or during any local travel. “Assess your personal safety carefully before making travel plans in Haiti. Only consider traveling or leaving Haiti if you are confident it is safe for you.” https://www.silive.com/news/2024/11/faa-suspends-all-flights-to-caribbean-country-as-us-warns-level-4-do-not-travel.html Boeing Asks FAA To Extend Exemption For Certain FDR & CVR Regulations For Test Flights Boeing has asked the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to exempt its aircraft from specific regulations concerning onboard flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR), arguing that the exemption has allowed the company to remain competitive internationally. Certain FDR and CVR exemptions In a filing on November 15, which was published on the public register on November 18, Boeing sought an exemption extension to two parts of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) requested that the exemption, which will expire on April 30, 2025, be approved by March 31, 2025. Like the previous two-year exemption, if approved by the FAA, it would apply to all Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) aircraft, 737 MAX, including the yet-to-be certified 737 MAX 7 and 737 MAX 10, 767, and 777. The latter does not include the 777X aircraft family. According to the filing, Boeing sought two CFR exemptions for its aircraft: for the digital FDR not to have a pitch control position sampling interval of eight per second and for the CVR not to have datalink communications using an approved data message set and a 10-minute independent power source. “An airplane that lacks the equipment to meet one, two, or both of the [specific FDR and CVR requirements] qualifies for the use of this exemption.” The exemption will also mandate Boeing to continue adding and removing aircraft to which the exemption applies, with a list of aircraft being operated with the exempt recorders. If an exempted aircraft is involved in an incident or accident that would be reported to the FAA or the National Transportation Safety Board ( NTSB), the OEM must provide a copy of this exemption, data, and documentation to clarify what had been recorded, and the information on how to download and read digital FDR and CVR of the involved aircraft. Doors of the Renton, Washington facility where Boeing builds the 737 MAX shutterstock_1468457405 Boeing Details Plans To Build Better 737 MAX Planes The Boeing executive's statements related to the Alaska Airlines incident have resulted in sanctions by the NTSB. Remaining competitive internationally In the filing, Boeing specifically asked the FAA not to publish the request in the Federal Register, arguing that the exemption extension only affects its production processes and does not set a precedent. The manufacturer added if the US regulator decided to publish the exemption extension request in the Federal Register, the following summary would be provided: “In summary, given the importance of the sale of commercial jet airplanes on the U.S. balance of trade, granting of this extension is in the public interest because it enables Boeing to limit costs and remain competitive in the international aviation market. This exemption allows continued delivery of airplanes in a timely and cost effective manner while maintaining the intended levels of safety and quality.” When Boeing initially applied for the exemption in 2011, the manufacturer detailed that many foreign governments did not have requirements for aircraft that would be equivalent to the regulations outlined by the CFR regarding sampling rates, datalink communications, and power sources. As a result, Boeing has offered these systems to non-US-based operators of 737, 767, and 777 aircraft families as an option only. Many airlines have chosen not to have them onboard their aircraft, the request read at the time. “However, prior to the delivery of any Boeing [aircraft] to any US or foreign operator, Boeing conducts several different types of flight operations to show compliance to the FARs [Federal Aviation Regulations – ed. note].” Since some aircraft will not be equipped with compliant FDR and CVRs, the OEM would not be able to test flight its products before they are handed over to its customers without the exception. How Many Aircraft Has Boeing Delivered Since The Machinists' Strike? Excluding the non-unionized site in South Carolina, Boeing had delivered 14 aircraft during the strike. Changing CVR requirements In December 2023, the FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), which, if finalized, would require newly produced aircraft to store 25 hours of CVR recordings instead of the current two-hour tape. According to the NPRM's agenda, the final rule should be published sometime in December. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency ( EASA) has required aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of 27,000 kilograms (60,000 pounds) or more, built after January 1, 2021, to store 25-hour recordings of cockpit conversations since 2019. In 2016, the International Civil Aviation Organization ( ICAO) adopted a standard that commercial aircraft with an MTOW of 27,000 kg (60,000 lbs) and manufactured after January 1, 2021, come equipped with 25-hour CVRs. “The current 2-hour recording duration requirement does not meet the NTSB's needs for investigations and subsequent safety recommendations.” The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 has also mandated a 25-hour CVR, with the bill’s text saying that no commercial airline may operate an aircraft later than a year after the date of enactment of the act – May 16 – unless the aircraft is equipped with a CVR that retains the last 25 hours of recorded information. https://simpleflying.com/boeing-asks-faa-extend-exemption-fdr-cvr-regulations/ Tehran summons UK envoy to protest sanctions on Iran’s aviation, shipping sectors Iran's Foreign Ministry on Tuesday night summoned the British chargé d’affaires to protest the latest UK sanctions on Iran’s shipping and aviation industries over Tehran’s alleged missile transfers to Russia. Iran's Foreign Ministry on Tuesday night summoned the British chargé d’affaires to protest the latest UK sanctions on Iran’s shipping and aviation industries over Tehran’s alleged missile transfers to Russia. The British envoy was told that Iran's defense cooperation with Russia is legitimate and legal and is not against any third party, according to Iran’s state TV. The UK envoy was summoned hours after the ambassador of Hungary, the rotating president of the EU, was summoned to receive Iran’s strong protest over similar sanctions imposed by the EU against the Islamic Republic. The Iranian Foreign Ministry slammed the British and EU sanctions as illegal interference in Iran’s domestic affairs, saying it is not acceptable in any way. The sanctions, introduced on Monday, targeted several Iranian entities and individuals including the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) as well as Iran’s flagship carrier Iran Air. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Tuesday the EU and the UK have accused Iran of supplying ballistic missiles to Russia and imposed sanctions on Iran’s airlines and shipping without presenting any evidence. “At the same time, based on documents submitted to court, British media today reveals that the UK, fully aware that its arms and F-35 components are used by Israel in grave violations of international humanitarian law, continues to export these weapons. The UK's justification? Maintaining ties with the US and NATO. This contradictory behavior exposes their double standards and abdication of responsibility toward human rights,” Araghchi tweeted. Earlier in the day, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman had called the EU and British sanctions “unjustified”, saying they were imposed based on false claims of missile transfers to Russia. "Iran considers the imposition of new sanctions by the European Union and the United Kingdom against a number of Iranian individuals and legal entities on the false claim of sending ballistic missiles to Russia as an unjustified act that contradicts the norms of international law," Esmail Baghaei said. Baghaei accused the European parties of violating international law, including the freedom of navigation and maritime trade, via sanctions. In September, the United States, citing intelligence shared with its allies, reported that Russia had received ballistic missiles from Iran for use in its ongoing conflict in Ukraine. In response, Washington imposed sanctions on the vessels and companies involved in facilitating the weapons transfers. The new sanctions, imposed on the 1,000th day of the Ukraine war, are part of a wider strategy to economically and diplomatically isolate Iran. https://www.iranintl.com/en/202411193211 Airbus CEO Optimistic Despite Tight Engine Supply for Year-End Jet Deliveries On Tuesday, Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury expressed growing confidence in securing engine supplies, a key factor that has hindered recent jet deliveries. He indicated that CFM International, a major engine supplier, is expected to provide enough units to meet Airbus’s needs, though he acknowledged that the situation would remain “very tight.” The global supply constraints from CFM International, the world’s largest engine manufacturer by unit sales, have been a significant factor behind Airbus’s slower-than-expected jet deliveries, leading the company to lower its annual targets back in July. CFM is a joint venture between GE Aerospace and Safran, and its supply chain challenges have posed ongoing difficulties for Airbus, which must now deliver approximately 200 aircraft in the last two months of the year to hit its 2024 target of around 770 jets—a goal that some analysts consider increasingly unlikely. When asked whether CFM would deliver enough engines to support Airbus’s end-of-year delivery targets, Faury acknowledged that the outlook remained uncertain, emphasizing that the situation would remain tight until the end of November. He estimated that any shortfall would likely involve only a few engines rather than a significant number. CFM has yet to respond to these updates. However, Faury’s statements, delivered with cautious optimism, reflect a more positive outlook on engine supply compared to the summer. Industry insiders suggest that this shift in tone follows intense negotiations over engine allocations. CFM, which marks its 50th anniversary, is one of the two primary suppliers of engines for the narrowbody Airbus A320neo family, the company’s top-selling aircraft. It competes with Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX, for this business and also holds exclusive rights to supply engines for Boeing’s 737 MAX. Like other engine manufacturers, CFM has had to balance the production of new engines with servicing existing aircraft, all while grappling with disruptions from a key supplier. The struggle to meet Airbus’s demands led to tensions between the planemaker and CFM during the summer months. These supply difficulties were one reason Airbus reduced its delivery target for 2024 from 800 jets to “around” 770, citing not only engine shortages but also issues with other components. In July, Faury remarked that CFM’s supply challenges had taken Airbus by surprise. However, during an industry event in Brussels this week, he adopted a more conciliatory tone, attributing some of CFM’s difficulties to the impact of recent U.S. hurricanes in addition to industrial hurdles. He acknowledged that, given these circumstances, CFM was managing reasonably well. Analysts closely monitor such statements at this time of year to gauge Airbus’s confidence in its ability to meet delivery goals. Despite Faury’s more upbeat assessment, experts caution that supply chain uncertainties persist, and unexpected challenges could arise with other parts as well. By the end of October, Airbus had delivered 62 jets, bringing its total for the first 10 months of the year to 559. Some industry analysts have raised concerns that Airbus might be forced to revise its guidance once again if supply conditions do not improve by the end of November. However, Airbus is expected to leverage the flexibility in its target wording to count deliveries as low as 750 jets without officially lowering its forecast. As Airbus continues to outpace Boeing, which is still recovering from internal setbacks, the European aerospace giant is relying heavily on timely deliveries of engines and other crucial components—such as seats and landing gear—to achieve another year-end surge in output. https://ceoworld.biz/2024/11/20/airbus-ceo-optimistic-despite-tight-engine-supply-for-year-end-jet-deliveries/#google_vignette Boeing's Turbulent Flight: Massive Layoffs and Global Challenges Threaten Recovery Boeing (NYSE:BA) just dropped a bombshell: more than 400 layoff notices went out this week as part of a massive plan to cut 17,000 jobsor 10% of its global workforce. It's been a brutal year for the aerospace giant, hit by regulatory setbacks, slowing production, and an eight-week machinists' strike that cost the company over $6 billion in Q3 alone. CEO Kelly Ortberg says the layoffs are about trimming overstaffing, not fallout from the strike, but morale among employees is tanking as Boeing navigates what he calls its financial reality. The company's signature 737 MAX, once a revenue juggernaut, is still struggling to meet production targets, adding to the pain. Here's the twist: Boeing's demand is solidmore than solid, actually. The company is sitting on a backlog of over 6,000 planes worth half a trillion dollars. Recent defense wins, including a $5.2 billion deal with Israel and $8.46 billion in U.S. contracts, prove Boeing's long-term relevance in aerospace. But short-term pressures are brutal. Shares are down a staggering 42% this year, battered by layoffs, diluted equity, and rising debt. Analysts see a potential rebound fueled by January's typical tax-loss recovery, but for now, the stock is deep in the red. For those with the stomach for turbulence, Boeing could be a long-term play, but it's not for the faint of heart. What really has investors sweating? A wildcard: Trump-era trade tensions could come roaring back, with the ex-president eyeing steep tariffs on imports. Boeing's supply chain relies on international parts, which could mean skyrocketing costs and slimmer margins. Add in potential retaliation from global markets, and Boeing's shot at a post-strike revival gets even trickier. For now, Boeing remains a heavyweight in aviation, but its path to recovery is lined with challenges that could leave even seasoned investors second-guessing their next move. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/boeings-turbulent-flight-massive-layoffs-150858734.html CALENDAR OF EVENTS • Elevate Your Organization's Safety Practices with ERAU’s SMS Course in Daytona Beach Nov. 19-21 • The Gulf Flight Safety Association (GFSA) - 26/27 of November 2024; Manama, Bahrain • Sponsor the 2025 Fuzion Safety Conference! 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