"Malaysian-Made Parts Cause Safety Concerns for Boeing 737 MAX Fleet"

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Source: South China Morning Post
"Malaysian-Made Parts Cause Safety Concerns for Boeing 737 MAX Fleet"
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The panel that blew off an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max jet was made in Malaysia by Spirit AeroSystems, a major supplier to Boeing. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the incident and the production process of the part. Boeing's CEO visited Spirit AeroSystems' headquarters to address the issue and ensure cooperation. Airlines have inspected similar planes, and the FAA is reviewing the findings before allowing the planes to carry passengers again. Both Boeing and its suppliers are under scrutiny for quality control, and airlines have grounded their Max 9 jets due to safety concerns.

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