SalamAir's Engine Woes: Harsh Conditions Ground A321neo Fleet
Budget airline SalamAir is grappling with engine issues due to the harsh conditions in its primary operating region, the Middle East and India. The airline, which operates a fleet of nine aircraft, is particularly facing challenges with its Leap-1A engines on the A321neo fleet.
The Leap 1A engines, provided by CFM, require frequent inspections and may need removal from the wing after as little as 1800 cycles or 13 months. This is due to the significant amount of dust and sand they encounter in the region, with an average of ten kilograms passing through an engine per year.
CFM has proposed solutions to mitigate these issues, including retrofits for the Reverse Bleed System and replacement of the compressor blade. SalamAir operates six A320neo and seven A321neo aircraft, all powered by the Leap 1A engine, and has been operating its A321neo fleet in a full-thrust configuration to avoid payload restrictions in the hot climate.
CEO Adrian Hamilton-Manns is addressing these challenges, which involve time-consuming engine maintenance. SalamAir is working with CFM to find long-term solutions to ensure the reliability and efficiency of its fleet in the harsh operating environment.
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