"FAA Audit Reveals Shocking Shortcuts and Issues in Boeing's 737 Production"
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The Federal Aviation Administration found numerous quality control issues during an audit of Boeing's 737 Max jet production, including mechanics at supplier Spirit AeroSystems using unconventional makeshift tools such as a hotel key card and dish soap. Boeing failed 33 out of 89 product audits, with a total of 97 alleged noncompliance counts, while Spirit AeroSystems failed seven out of 13 product audits. The FAA's findings have not been made public due to an ongoing investigation, but both Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems are under scrutiny to address the systemic quality control issues within 90 days.
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