31 Oct 2019 | 06:11 AM UTC
Australia: Qantas grounds one Boeing 737NG October 31
Qantas grounds one Boeing 737NG aircraft on October 31 due to a structural crack; inspections for 32 other aircraft ongoing
Event
Australian airline Qantas announced on Thursday, October 31, that one of its Boeing 737NG aircraft has been grounded after a structural crack was discovered. According to a statement released by the airline, inspections for 32 other 737NGs in their worldwide fleet will be completed by Friday, November 1. As of Thursday, it is unclear if additional aircraft will be grounded or if associated flight disruptions will occur. Updated information can be found on the Qantas website here.
Advice
Potentially impacted travelers are advised to monitor developments to the situation and to contact the airline for additional information.
