Originally Posted by
Globemaster2827
Honestly, it sounds like you know as much as we do. No flying next month and reserve only in January. This could end up being very bad if they can’t figure out how to fix the problem.
So we need some intel. If the problem was inspectable and fixable quickly most operators would have their engines and pylons already being taken off and ready to be renovated, awaiting NTSB/FAA/Boeing procedure. Are your MD-11s sitting on the ramp/in the hanger with nothing done or are they dropping engines off the wings. The one caveat to this line of reasoning would be if this occurrence was a one off maintenance failure such as AA 191. If your operator was sure it was going to be a one off they might delay dropping engines also.