Ryukyu Air Commuter (RAC) has canceled all flights scheduled for October 23rd due to an equipment malfunction.
A malfunction was discovered in one aircraft during the maintenance check on the night of October 22nd. Upon further inspection, similar malfunctions were found in other aircraft, leading to the decision to suspend the operation of the same model of aircraft until the maintenance work is completed and safety is assured.
A total of 41 flights were cancelled, affecting 1,516 passengers. In response, Japan Transocean Air (JTA) has set up two special flights on the Okinawa/Naha-Kumejima route. The cause is currently under investigation, and new information will be announced as it becomes available.
Ryukyu Air Commuter owns five DHC-8-400 Cargo Combi aircraft, each equipped with 50 standard seats.
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