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Call for Supply Chain Reforms Following Fake Jet Engine Parts Scandal

October 10, 2024 2 min read
author Anamika Mishra, Sub Editor
In response to a scandal involving counterfeit jet engine parts, major aerospace companies like GE Aerospace, Airbus and Boeing are advocating for significant reforms in the aviation supply chain. This initiative comes after a UK distributor, AOG Technics LTD, was found to have sold thousands of spare parts backed by falsified airworthiness records, triggering a global search for the compromised components. The Aviation Supply Chain Integrity Coalition, which includes key industry players such as Delta Air Lines and United Airlines, released a report outlining recommendations aimed at preventing unauthorized parts from entering fleets. They suggest enhancing the use of secure digital records, strengthening

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