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Swedish customs boarded a Russian freighter, the Adler, anchored in Swedish waters due to engine problems, to inspect its cargo. The vessel, on the EU and US sanctions list for suspected weapons transport, left St. Petersburg on December 15, but its destination remains unknown. The inspection is ongoing, with no details disclosed about findings.
Air India completed inspections of the fuel control switches on its Boeing 787 aircraft following safety concerns and found no issues, ensuring compliance with aviation safety directives after a previous crash investigation.
Several barges broke loose on the Ohio River, prompting the closure of the McKees Rocks Bridge for inspection. The bridge has since reopened after being deemed safe. The incident caused concerns about potential damage to the bridge and disruptions to river traffic in the Pittsburgh area.
The Sherman Minton bridge in both east and westbound directions is closed until further notice due to the need for immediate inspection and possible repair of a component on the main span during scheduled deck pour operations. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes such as I-265 and I-65, and regional traffic signs and variable message boards will be posted to notify drivers of the closure and alternate route. Additional updates will be provided as they become available.
After a previous emergency landing due to a door plug falling off mid-flight, the first Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplane returned to the skies with Alaska Airlines Flight 621 landing safely at Portland International Airport. Passengers expressed calm and confidence in the aircraft's safety, with the FAA allowing flights only after thorough inspections and maintenance. United is scheduled to resume flights on Sunday, and both airlines are accommodating passengers who prefer not to fly on the 737 MAX 9. Federal investigators are still examining the incident, while Alaska Airlines aims to complete fleet inspections by the end of next week.
The FAA has halted Boeing's plans to expand production of the 737 MAX and has approved a path for the MAX 9 to resume flights after grounding due to quality lapses. The agency is increasing oversight and enforcement of manufacturing requirements, and Boeing's production rate is frozen at 31 per month. Hundreds of airplanes face indefinite delivery delays, and plans for a new production line in Everett are on hold. Airlines like United, Alaska, Delta, and Ryanair are affected by the freeze, adding further uncertainty to the situation.
An American Airlines plane slid off the runway at the Greater Rochester Airport due to icy conditions, but all 50 passengers and three crew members on board were unharmed. The airline stated that the plane will undergo a full inspection after being towed from the taxiway, and several evening flights were delayed as a result of the incident.
The FAA has announced that the Boeing 737 MAX 9 will remain grounded until extensive inspection and maintenance is completed following an incident where a door plug blew out midflight. The agency is prioritizing the safety of travelers and will only allow the aircraft to return to service once it is entirely satisfied with its safety. Alaska and United Airlines have found loose bolts on planes during inspections following the incident.
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun stated that a "quality escape" caused the Alaska Airlines blowout, leading to the grounding of all Boeing 737 Max 9 jets for inspection. The incident involved a door plug blowing off mid-flight, prompting United Airlines to find loose bolts in its fleet. Boeing is revising inspection instructions and working with customers and the FAA, while Alaska Airlines has canceled all 737 Max 9 flights as it awaits documentation for inspection. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the blowout, emphasizing safety over speed in returning the aircraft to service.
Boeing will revise inspection instructions for its 737 Max 9 planes after a panel blew out midflight during an Alaska Airlines flight and loose hardware was found on similar planes. The FAA grounded dozens of jets and approved Boeing's initial inspection instructions, but the company is now revising them based on feedback. The FAA will conduct a thorough review before allowing the grounded planes to return to operation, prioritizing safety over speed. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident and will analyze the blown-out door further at its lab.
The New York City Department of Buildings has suspended an engineer's authority to inspect building exteriors after a crucial error led to the partial collapse of an apartment complex in the Bronx. The engineer mistakenly deemed a load-bearing column as "decorative" in plans filed with the agency, and workers were jackhammering and removing bricks from the column shortly before the collapse. The incident has displaced 174 people and prompted the inspection of other buildings associated with the landlord. The engineer, Richard Koenigsberg, claims he was not notified of the penalty.
The New York City Department of Buildings has stated that the engineer who inspected the Bronx building that partially collapsed made a grave error in their report, which likely led to the collapse. The building had over 100 open violations at the time, and the city is suspending the engineer's certificate for facade inspections and seeking to suspend their engineering license with the state.
The KC Wheel in Kansas City has passed its inspections and has a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, but the restaurant below it, called Wheel House, has failed its building final inspection. The exact reasons for the failed inspection are unclear, with comments on the inspection sheet mentioning resolving conditions of approval and testing the kitchen hood. The opening date for the restaurant remains uncertain, but local business owners and residents hope it will be before Christmas.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is inspecting a plant in Ecuador that produced cinnamon applesauce pouches linked to dozens of cases of acute lead poisoning in U.S. children. The FDA has identified contaminated cinnamon as the likely source of the lead and is collecting samples from the Austrofoods plant. The company's supplier, Negasmart, is facing sanctions as officials in Ecuador investigate the source of the cinnamon. At least 64 children from 27 states have reported illnesses potentially linked to the recalled applesauce pouches, which were sold under various brand names at Dollar Tree and other stores.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has identified significant deficiencies in the public water system of Duluth, Minnesota, following an inspection in August. The areas of concern range from maintenance and emergency contingencies to security issues. The EPA letter highlights various deficiencies, including corrosion, lack of inspections, and inadequate infrastructure. The city's Public Works and Utilities department has acknowledged the report and stated that the quality of the drinking water supply is not affected. They will address the issues outlined in the report and respond to the EPA's request within ten days.