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Airbus coating issue affects around a dozen IndiGo A321neo aircraft
The brief
- A surface-protection deviation was found on A321neo fuselage stringers; around a dozen IndiGo aircraft are affected
- Airbus says the issue is contained, a remedy is available and newly coated stringers meet requirements
- Any maintenance disruption could affect IndiGo’s aircraft availability and operating costs
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Airbus A321neo surface protection issue
Airbus identified a surface-protection deviation on A321neo fuselage stringers in the lower front section during standard rework. Some IndiGo aircraft were affected, and Airbus said the issue posed no safety risk.
Friday, 25 September
- Airbus coating issue affects around a dozen IndiGo A321neo aircraft