The C-27J Spartan medium range surveillance aircraft CGNR 2711 sits on the tarmac at Air Station Sacramento, California. [Courtesy: U.S. Coast Guard]
Key Takeaways:
The U.S. Coast Guard has grounded its entire fleet of C-27J Spartan surveillance aircraft following a manufacturer's directive to inspect for structural cracks.
All 14 of the USCG's C-27J aircraft were found to have cracks in the area where the horizontal and vertical stabilizers attach to the fuselage.
Manufacturer Leonardo has identified an on-site repair solution, stating that the issue is not expected to significantly affect planned aircraft operations.
The U.S. Coast Guard has grounded its fleet of C-27J Spartan fixed wing surveillance aircraft following a call by manufacturer Leonardo directing operators to inspect for cracks.
The medium range surveillance aircraft are used to perform disaster response, drug and migrant interdictions, and search and rescue missions.
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