Lufthansa to inspect 11 recently delivered Airbus aircraft for fuselage flaw
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on December 3, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 20, 2026
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on December 3, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 20, 2026
Lufthansa will inspect 11 Airbus aircraft for fuselage flaws after a warning from Airbus, ensuring safety and compliance.
LONDON, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Lufthansa on Wednesday said it will inspect 11 recently delivered aircraft for a possible fuselage panel flaw flagged by manufacturer Airbus earlier this week.
"Within the Lufthansa Group, this affects 11 recently delivered aircraft of this type as well as two production aircraft that have been successfully inspected by the manufacturer and are scheduled for delivery this week. Lufthansa will carry out the recommended inspection immediately," a spokesperson said.
(Reporting by Joanna Plucinska, Editing by Louise Heavens)
The fuselage is the main body of an aircraft that holds passengers, cargo, and crew. It is designed to withstand aerodynamic forces and provide structural integrity during flight.
An aircraft inspection is a thorough examination of an aircraft's components and systems to ensure they meet safety and regulatory standards. Inspections are crucial for maintaining airworthiness.
A fuselage flaw refers to any defect or imperfection in the aircraft's body that could compromise its structural integrity or safety. Identifying such flaws is essential for safe operation.
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