Bizjet Cowling Departures Lead to Significant Damage 1/4-Turn Fastener Recommendations
Several incidents of engine cowl damage and resulting separations have occurred across the Textron turbofan-powered airplane product line. The separation incidents damaged the airplanes, and some incidents have marginally affected airplane handling capabilities. The FAA considers maintenance error the primary contributing factor to these events. SAIB AIR-22-10 advises owners and operators of the safety hazards and potential dangers of inadequate and infrequent pre-flight inspections of the quarter-turn fasteners used to attach engine cowling system components, and of the need for routine preventive maintenance. It makes recommendations for Inspections, Checks, Repairs, and Overhaul of Engine Cowling Systems. Would you like to
Aerial images of #Milton damage now online
An image of Hurricane Milton approaching Florida, as seen from NOAA's GOES-16 satellite at 6:30 p.m. EDT on October 8, 2024. (Image credit: NOAA) The National Geodetic Survey (NGS) has collected aerial damage assessment images in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. Imagery is collected in specific areas by NOAA aircraft, identified by NOAA in coordination with FEMA and other state and federal partners. Collected NOAA Emergency Response Imagery is available below and new imagery will be posted as soon as it is available. View tips on how to use the imagery viewer. October 14: The east coast of Florida north
Aerial images of Hurricane Helene damage now online
Aerial view of a destroyed building in Asheville, North Carolina, collected by NOAA aircraft on October 5, 2024. The National Geodetic Survey (NGS) is collecting aerial damage assessment images in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Imagery is collected in specific areas by NOAA aircraft, identified by NOAA in coordination with FEMA and other state and federal partners. Collected NOAA Emergency Response Imagery is available below and new imagery will be posted as soon as it is available. View tips on how to use the imagery viewer. October 8: Areas including Burnsville, Drexel, Wilkesboro, Elkin, and Salisbury. October 7: Areas including