03-07-2008
10:40 PM
2 Loves
BTW, as an aircraft mechanic of nearly 19 years, I can assure you that "cracks" on an airplane structure are not exclusive to Southwest, and there are thoroughly researched and engineered methods of dealing with them. The scope of the entire aircraft maintenance process is much more comprehensive and scientific than politicians and the media would have you believe.
Let the facts be told.
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03-07-2008
10:18 PM
3 Loves
It borders on irresponsible for Congressman Oberstar to claim such a serious breach of trust and safety by Southwest. The internal investigation will uncover true FACTS, which in this case are often manipulated when airline technical issues are discussed by the media and non-industry folks who lack a good understanding of how the industry actually works.
Aircraft maintenance issues which may seem catastrophically serious by the general public are often minor oversights and compliance issues which weren't 100% adhered to....in other words....paperwork issues.
This is why formal investigations are launched however....so that the actual FACTS are understood and subsequently dealt with. Only then should the media report the findings. Sadly, by then, the media may have latched onto the next juicy headline, leaving the airline to clean up the mess.
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