NTSB Attributes Southwest Engine Cover Loss to Maintenance Issue

The NTSB has pinpointed a maintenance oversight as the root cause of the engine cover detachment on a Southwest Airlines aircraft. This incident highlights the critical nature of rigorous maintenance protocols.

Discovered 2024-04-11T07:52:36.752683-07:00 | 2024-04-11T07:52:36.752683-07:00

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