"Unveiling Boeing's Quality Failure and Safety Scares"
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The Air Current has uncovered a series of quality missteps in the manufacturing process of a Boeing 737 Max 9, leading to an explosive decompression incident on Alaska Airlines flight 1282. The article details the sequence of events, including issues with rivets and plug exits, as well as the strained relationship between Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems. The FAA and NTSB have approved means of compliance for the 737 Max 9 to return to service, but ongoing scrutiny and investigations into Boeing's quality control and manufacturing efforts continue.
Topics:business#737-max#air-safety#aviation-manufacturing#boeing#ntsb-investigation#spirit-aerosystems
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