The US FAA is proposing a $275,000 civil penalty against Memphis-Tenn.-based Pinnacle Airlines.
The regulator has alleged Pinnacle operated a Bombardier CRJ on 11 flights after Pinnacle mechanics “failed to follow instructions in the approved aircraft maintenance manual when they removed and replaced the aircraft’s right engine. Specifically, they did not install a required part.”
The FAA said the 11 flights took place on Oct. 25, 26 and 27, 2010.
“Because Pinnacle is under reorganization in Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code, the notice of proposed civil penalty is not a demand for payment. The FAA filed the document as part of its proof of claim in the case,” it said.
A Pinnacle spokesman told ATW: “Safety is our top priority at Pinnacle and strict compliance with all federal aviation regulations is an essential element of our safety programs. We voluntarily disclosed the situation to the FAA and immediately changed our procedures to prevent a recurrence. All flights during this period were operated safely and Pinnacle remains in compliance with these requirements today. We intend to fully cooperate with the FAA.”
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The regulator has alleged Pinnacle operated a Bombardier CRJ on 11 flights after Pinnacle mechanics “failed to follow instructions in the approved aircraft maintenance manual when they removed and replaced the aircraft’s right engine. Specifically, they did not install a required part.”
The FAA said the 11 flights took place on Oct. 25, 26 and 27, 2010.
“Because Pinnacle is under reorganization in Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code, the notice of proposed civil penalty is not a demand for payment. The FAA filed the document as part of its proof of claim in the case,” it said.
A Pinnacle spokesman told ATW: “Safety is our top priority at Pinnacle and strict compliance with all federal aviation regulations is an essential element of our safety programs. We voluntarily disclosed the situation to the FAA and immediately changed our procedures to prevent a recurrence. All flights during this period were operated safely and Pinnacle remains in compliance with these requirements today. We intend to fully cooperate with the FAA.”
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