Boeing 737 Max operators told to check fuselages for cracks
Summary
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered inspections of Boeing 737 Max airplanes to check for cracks in parts of the fuselage, especially near exit doors. These inspections are a precaution after similar cracks were found in older Boeing 737 models.Key Facts
- The FAA's order affects about 471 Boeing 737 Max aircraft.
- Cracks were previously found in the "bear strap," a sheet supporting the fuselage around exit doors, on older 737 planes.
- No cracks have been found yet in the 737 Max models, but the design similarities make them possibly vulnerable.
- Inspections will begin in September 2024.
- Boeing has been working with airlines since 2019 about this issue and supports the inspection orders.
- The inspections aim to find and fix problems before cracks get too large and dangerous.
- Boeing is developing engineering changes to prevent the cracking.
- Concerns about Boeing’s plane safety have increased after earlier crashes involving the 737 Max and recent production issues.
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