Airplane manufacturer Boeing has discovered another defect in one of its jet aircraft. FAA inspectors are concerned about a bolt in the 737 MAX model’s rudder control system. She urged operators of certain models to inspect certain tie rods used to control rudder movements for loss of parts. An international airline had previously noticed a missing nut on a bolt during routine maintenance.
According to the Reuters news agency, Boeing itself has discovered an undelivered plane in which a mother was not properly secured. “The issue identified with the aircraft in question has been resolved,” Boeing said. “Out of an abundance of caution, we encourage operators to inspect their 737 MAX aircraft and notify us of any findings. We have informed the FAA and our customers and will continue to keep them informed of progress,” the company said in a statement.
Model was out of action for 20 months
The rudder determines the position of an aircraft’s nose during flight. Inspections include removing a panel and verifying that parts and bolts are installed correctly, Boeing said. The 737 MAX was grounded worldwide for 20 months after two fatal crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia in 2018 and 2019 killed 346 people. Boeing is still waiting for certification of its smaller 737 MAX 7 and larger MAX 10.
Investors responded with disappointment to the news. Boeing’s share price fell by almost one percent at the close of the Dow Jones.
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