Pilot's Concerns
As a result of a number of incidents with aircraft flown by Chalk's pilots, concern had arisen among them about the state of repair of the aircraft, in particular a number of engine failures, and one incident when an elevator control cable snapped in flight, although fortunately the pilot was able to land that aircraft safely. This led to several of Chalk's pilots reconsidering their position in the company, and one, having suffered four engine failures during his period there, and having a wife and new baby to support, resigned his position over what he perceived as persistent maintenance issues with the fleet.
After the accident all remaining Mallards in the Chalk's fleet were grounded. Subsequently all were discovered to be suffering from severe corrosion with many showing signs of sub-standard repair during maintenance.
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