In 1997, shortly after EIS of the RR powered A330, Cathay Pacific and Dragonair took the decision to park their RR T700 powered fleets after the 4th in flight engine failure in a matter of a few weeks. At the time the OEMs were presenting Weibull analysis
justifying continued operation, but ultimately the airline showed its own commitment to safety. The row of parked aircraft focused a few minds in Derby and Toulouse.