FAA grounds LAB flying service

Fri, July 25, 2008
Posted in Alaska News, Top Stories

The Federal Aviation Administration has shut down LAB Flying Service. The report released this morning shows seven counts against the company for poor maintenance and inspections.Loose and missing rivets; oil, fuel and hydraulic-fluid leaks;incorrectly installed and worn brake disks – these are just a few of the problems pointed out in a 28-page FAA report revoking a small Southeast Alaska air carrier’s operating license.

Rosemarie Alexander, KTOO – Juneau

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