Posted on Dec 30, 2023
Boeing urges airlines to check its 737 Max jets for loose bolts
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The Federal Aviation Administration says it is closely monitoring inspections of Boeing 737 MAX jets after the plane-maker requested that airlines check for loose bolts in the rudder control system.
Boeing recommended the inspections after an undisclosed international airline discovered a bolt with a missing nut while performing routine maintenance, the agency said Thursday. The company also discovered an additional undelivered aircraft with an improperly tightened nut.
"The issue identified on the particular airplane has been remedied," Boeing said in a statement. "Out of an abundance of caution, we are recommending operators inspect their 737 Max airplanes and inform us of any findings."
The Federal Aviation Administration says it is closely monitoring inspections of Boeing 737 MAX jets after the plane-maker requested that airlines check for loose bolts in the rudder control system.
Boeing recommended the inspections after an undisclosed international airline discovered a bolt with a missing nut while performing routine maintenance, the agency said Thursday. The company also discovered an additional undelivered aircraft with an improperly tightened nut.
"The issue identified on the particular airplane has been remedied," Boeing said in a statement. "Out of an abundance of caution, we are recommending operators inspect their 737 Max airplanes and inform us of any findings."
Boeing urges airlines to check its 737 Max jets for loose bolts
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel glad I don't fly...
..."Airlines — are now being instructed to examine the “specific tie rods that control rudder movement for possible loose hardware,” according to the FAA.
Boeing estimates the inspections to take around two hours per plane. Aircraft operators also routinely conduct tests prior to takeoff that would alert them to any issue with the rudder, Boeing added.
A representative for Boeing, in a statement shared with Nexstar, said the manufacturer will remain in contact with the FAA amid inspections.
“The issue identified on the particular airplane has been remedied,” Boeing said. “Out of an abundance of caution, we are recommending operators inspect their 737 MAX airplanes and inform us of any findings. We informed the FAA and our customers and will continue to keep them aware of the progress.”...
..."Airlines — are now being instructed to examine the “specific tie rods that control rudder movement for possible loose hardware,” according to the FAA.
Boeing estimates the inspections to take around two hours per plane. Aircraft operators also routinely conduct tests prior to takeoff that would alert them to any issue with the rudder, Boeing added.
A representative for Boeing, in a statement shared with Nexstar, said the manufacturer will remain in contact with the FAA amid inspections.
“The issue identified on the particular airplane has been remedied,” Boeing said. “Out of an abundance of caution, we are recommending operators inspect their 737 MAX airplanes and inform us of any findings. We informed the FAA and our customers and will continue to keep them aware of the progress.”...
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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