EASA advises against use of Kobe Steel-made aircraft parts

EASA has advised aircraft manufacturers that use products or parts provided by Japanese company Kobe Steel to use alternative suppliers if possible. The advisory comes as ongoing investigations have revealed that Kobe has been fabricating inspection data on parts it makes. EASA issued a Safety...

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