Some Boeing 787 turbine blades can crack within 1,000 flights: Chinese study

Nov 6, 2026

Some turbine blades in GE Aerospace engines on Boeing 787s can develop cracks within about 1,000 flights, leaving airlines to choose between pulling engines early and flying on under strict inspections, according to a paper published in China.

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