Boeing, already struggling with safety problems that grounded its 737 Max airplanes, now faces the limited grounding of an older version of that key jet due to separate safety concerns
Structural cracks have been discovered in 38 737 NG's, or Next Generation jets. The cracks were found in inspections ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration a week ago. According to Boeing, as of Wednesday there had been 810 planes inspected, and 38 jets require repairs. That is roughly 5% of the planes that were inspected.The cracks are on what is known as a"pickle fork," a part of the fuselage that helps to attach the wings to the aircraft.
Their model names are the 737-700, 737-800 and 737-900. Boeing's statement suggests the fix for the NG planes is more straightforward than the solution to get the 737 Max back in the air. But it could not give a time frame for how long those planes will be grounded."Safety and quality are Boeing's top priorities. Boeing regrets the impact this issue is having on our customers worldwide," said the aircraft maker."Boeing is actively working with customers ...
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