FAA Asks Airlines to Check 471 Boeing 737 Max Jets for Structural Cracks
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The US aviation regulator has asked operators of 471 Boeing 737 Max jets to undertake checks for cracks of a component that could undermine the structural integrity of the aircraft.
This request highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding the 737 Max model, which has faced scrutiny in the past.
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“The US aviation regulator has asked operators of 471 Boeing Co. 737 Max jets to undertake checks for cracks of a component that could undermine the structural integrity of the aircraft.”
Bloomberg — FAA Asks Airlines to Check Some 737 Maxes for Cracks That Could Affect Structure