Boeing finds mis-drilled holes in 737 MAX airplane fuselages, causing potential delay for 50 undelivered jets; not an immediate flight safety issue.

Boeing has discovered mis-drilled holes in some 737 MAX airplane fuselages, which may cause delays in about 50 undelivered jets. Supplier Spirit AeroSystems found the problem during quality control checks, though it is not an immediate flight safety issue. Boeing intends to rectify the issue by conducting additional work on the affected planes. This latest issue adds to Boeing's ongoing production challenges after the recent door plug incident on a 737 MAX 9 operated by Alaska Airlines.

February 05, 2024
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