皇冠体育app

Boeing 747-400, 9M-MPL

Summary:

A passenger saw what appeared to be small flames coming from between the No 1 engine exhaust shroud and its pylon; the flight crew were informed. 皇冠体育app engine indications were normal; nevertheless, the commander decided to shut the engine down. 皇冠体育app 鈥榝lames鈥� continued until the aircraft was slowed for an approach. 皇冠体育app aircraft landed uneventfully. Investigation revealed that a rubber seal had torn, and that when agitated by the air flow it gave the appearance of flames. 皇冠体育appre had been eleven previous events reported on similar aircraft. 皇冠体育app aircraft manufacturer has identified an alternative seal and recommended that operators inspect the affected area on a periodic basis and replace damaged seals.

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