Wizz Air Grounds 45 Aircraft for Mandatory Pratt & Whitney Engine Inspections
Wizz Air is grounding 45 of its Airbus A320 and A321 jets to perform mandatory engine inspections. The action is required due to a manufacturing issue identified by Pratt & Whitney concerning a rare condition in powdered metal used for certain engine components. This defect could potentially cause cracks, prompting accelerated checks across the global fleet. The groundings will lead to significant flight cancellations and delays, primarily impacting routes in Poland and Romania through September and October. Wizz Air is providing affected passengers with options such as alternative flights, full refunds, or 120% airline credit.
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