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Why are planes grounded?
Engine issues can force airlines to ground aircraft for safety and maintenance. This reduces the number of planes available to fly, impacting an airline's capacity to carry passengers globally. For Wizz Air, 27 grounded planes significantly affect their operational efficiency and revenue.
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