Qantas just announced that they suspect a material failure or design error.............
I'm glad this has come up. I know there is a lot of speculation in this thread, but I'm interested to learn about the metal parts themselves and the strength of the alloy & where it's produced. Does RR sub out it's manufacturing of parts or do they machine everything in-house?
I know most posts have been about Airbus and RR and a design / procedure issue, but I'd like more info on what alloy they're using and who is making it.
As others have said other engine manufacturers have had similar issues and I'm not so quick to fault the design.
(mini edit: I just noticed this is my first post... So for those questioning, I'm not a reporter. Just an aviation guy who's been a member for six years and apparently has had nothing to say....)