Go-First, formerly known as GoAir, has suspended all flights on May 3 and 4 due to ongoing issues with Pratt & Whitney’s snag-ridden engines. The airline has been struggling with engine issues for quite some time, which have caused multiple flight cancellations and delays.
The airline announced that it will be taking legal action against Pratt & Whitney, and it has filed a bankruptcy petition in the Bombay High Court. The company claims that Pratt & Whitney’s engines have caused financial losses, reputational damage, and severe business disruptions.
Go-First’s decision to suspend all flights on May 3 and 4 comes after a recent incident involving an Airbus A320neo aircraft. The flight was en route from Delhi to Male when the plane’s engine malfunctioned mid-air. The pilots managed to land the aircraft safely, but the incident has further increased concerns about the safety of Pratt & Whitney’s engines.
Go-First is not the only airline that has faced problems with Pratt & Whitney’s engines. Several other airlines, including IndiGo and Vistara, have also been affected by engine issues. In fact, IndiGo was forced to ground over 100 of its Airbus A320neo aircraft due to Pratt & Whitney’s engine problems.
Pratt & Whitney has acknowledged the engine issues and has been working to resolve them. The company has also been providing support to affected airlines. However, despite its efforts, the engine problems persist, and airlines continue to suffer.
The situation has become so dire that the Indian aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has ordered airlines to replace the engines on their Airbus A320neo aircraft within a specified timeframe. The order came after the DGCA found that the engines were prone to in-flight shutdowns and other technical issues.
Go-First’s decision to file for bankruptcy and take legal action against Pratt & Whitney highlights the severity of the situation. The airline is facing significant financial losses due to ongoing engine problems, and it is struggling to maintain its operations.
The suspension of all flights on May 3 and 4 is likely to cause further inconvenience to passengers, who have already been affected by the airline’s previous cancellations and delays. The airline has assured its customers that it is working to resolve the issues as soon as possible and that it will resume its operations as soon as it is safe to do so.
In conclusion, the ongoing engine issues with Pratt & Whitney’s engines have caused significant problems for airlines in India. Go-First’s decision to file for bankruptcy and take legal action against the company highlights the severity of the situation. It remains to be seen how the situation will be resolved, but it is clear that Pratt & Whitney’s engines need to be fixed as soon as possible to ensure the safety of passengers and the viability of airlines.
