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Who checks parts worldwide?

When a window came loose on that Ryanair flight, it highlighted how aircraft parts are sourced globally. Organisations like the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and the Federal Aviation Administration work together. They set international standards and certify parts, no matter where they are manufactured, ensuring safety across borders.

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