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MD-11 freighters

Coverage of MD-11 freighters in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 2 · 00:05 UTCMost recent: Jul 2 · 05:38 UTC
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UPSorganization2Boeingorganization2Federal Aviation Administrationorganization2STE San Antonio Aerospaceorganization2National Transportation Safety Boardorganization2Jeff Guzzettiperson2Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airportplace2
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  • BUSINESSJul 2 · 05:38 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    UPS never required detailed inspection of part that failed before engine flew off plane that crashed

    UPS did not require detailed inspections of engine mount bearings on its MD-11 freighters, despite Boeing's earlier recommendation, leading to an engine detachment and fatal crash. Boeing and the FAA acknowledged misjudging the risk of bearing failure, which caused engine lugs to break during takeoff at Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport.

  • TECHNOLOGYJul 2 · 00:05 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    UPS never required detailed inspection of part that failed before engine flew off plane that crashed

    UPS did not require detailed inspections of engine mount bearings in its MD-11 freighters, despite Boeing's earlier recommendations, leading to an engine separation during takeoff that caused a crash. The failure resulted in three pilot deaths, 12 fatalities on the ground, and multiple injuries. Boeing, UPS, the FAA, and a maintenance company all acknowledged misunderstandings about the risks of bearing failure.