Airbus has yet another emerging issue with the Pratt & Whitney PW1100 GTF engines fitted to its A320neo family aircraft. AeroTelegraph first reported that Air Astana had encountered numerous delays on November 15, with freezing conditions causing icing on the fan blades of the engines on its A320neo and A321neo aircraft.

Airbus has since introduced new operational limitations affecting its narrowbody aircraft equipped with PW1100 engines. According to an Airbus spokesperson, the European manufacturer has informed airlines of modified ground operation procedures and restricted takeoffs under severe icing conditions.

Ice Buildup On The Engine Fan Blades

Almaty Airport in Kazakhstan sits in the foothills of the Tien Shan mountains, where winters are freezing and snowfall is

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