"FAA Increases Oversight of Undelivered Boeing MAX 9s Due to Discrepancies"
The FAA is increasing its oversight of Boeing's production and manufacturing of the 737-9 MAX following the discovery of discrepancies in undelivered aircraft. This comes after the grounding of approximately 171 Boeing 737-9 MAX planes and an investigation into Boeing's compliance with approved quality procedures. The FAA will conduct audits, increase monitoring of in-service events, and assess safety risks, potentially moving these functions under independent third-party entities. The safety of the flying public will determine the timeline for the return of the 737-9 MAX to service.