UNITED FACES $435,000 PENALTY FOR AIRWORTHINESS VIOLATION
July 28, 2017
The FAA proposed a $435,000 penalty on June 9, 2017 alleging that United Airlines operated an aircraft that was not in an airworthy condition. The incident relates to a replaced fuel pump pressure switch on a Boeing 787 that failed to undergo FAA-required safety inspections prior to the aircraft’s return to service.
United operated 23 domestic flights using the aircraft in question; including two flights even after the FAA notified the airline that the aircraft was out of compliance. United has asked to meet with the FAA to discuss the allegations.
If you have any questions, please contact Evelyn Sahr (esahr@eckertseamans.com, 202-659-6622) or Drew Derco (dderco@eckertseamans.com, 202-659-6665).
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