FOD (Foreign Object Debris/Damage) is a serious and widespread aviation safety concern, defined as any object that can injure personnel or damage aircraft, affecting all types of aviation from small ...

Foreign Objects Debris (FOD) are a persistent and costly threat to aviation, and Barely Visible Impact Damage (BVID) can have a significant impact on critical aerospace structures such as airplane ...

As a precautionary measure, the aircraft has been grounded for inspection and repairs, which could impact some A350 routes.