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Boeing’s string of safety incidents continues with at least three incidents in the past week, including a tire falling off mid-air and crashing into a parking lot, an engine fire, and, today, a “technical event” that caused a 787 Dreamliner to “drop” mid-air. Investigation into the incident will likely be thorough as authorities seek answers to the cause and if a danger exists to other flights. Learn more about the recent incidents and how a personal injury attorney can help if you or a loved one are involved in an aviation accident at the link below! https://lnkd.in/eKV84Qpf #boeing #aviation #airplane #aircraft #airport #liability #personalinjury #airlines #aviationaccident #aviationincident #aircraftincident #aircraftaccident #PersonalInjury #LegalAlert #injuryattorney #personalinjuryattorney #seattle #pnw #787dreamliner #Dreamliner #737max #aircraftsafety

The Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX incident with loose parts in door panels highlights the importance of proper maintenance and inspections. Annual inspections are crucial for maintaining the overall airworthiness of all aircraft, regardless of model. They involve a thorough examination of all systems, components, and structures to identify and address potential issues before they can lead to problems that could arise due to wear, tear, or unforeseen circumstances. Each aircraft model has its own unique design and maintenance requirements. The aviation industry as a whole commercial and private takes safety very seriously and implements rigorous measures to ensure safety. #Pilot #Aviation101 #PilotLife #Farmer #FarmLIfe

Are the Boeing 737 the future Jeep of aviation with optional door removal? Mainstream media has immediately blamed a failure in the bolts for the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 plug door incident but the question being investigated is whether the door plugs were positively fastened to the airframe. The broad implication of bolt failure implies that fasteners are the primary restraining force against cabin air pressure. While missing fasteners could definitely allow the plug to shift, screws don’t hold back the pressure; the design of the plug door does and is the lightest and most efficient way to close any pressure vessel with an inward opening. Aviation uses a multitude of specialty fasteners. The fasteners don’t resist the pressure; instead, they locate the plug against its mating frame seal. There should be no shearing or tensile forces on those bolts to break them, so in this case, it is strongly suspected that the bolts were never installed in the first place. The presence of fasteners being installed would leave witness marks on the components. In this case there are no indication of witness marks. The question now is to determine how the cap screws were not in place to hold the plug door in place and build systems to prevent this error from being duplicated.

In the Boeing 737’s autoland system, the rudder plays a key role in maintaining directional control, especially during the final stages of approach and landing. Actuators attached to the rudders on some 737 NG and 737 MAX airplanes can fail, causing rudder controls to jam when landing, preventing the pilots from making side-to-side movements down the runway. The component that failed is part of an optional automated landing system. NTSB has issued an urgent safety recommendation to Boeing and the FAA about a manufacturing fault in an auto-landing system. #Boeing #rudder #problem #aviation #aircraft

Examples are when the aircraft doors open , upwards, are powered open and closed, or otherwise avoid the need for people to approach the edge of the access equipment or the aircraft doorway. #airlines #aircraft #airports

🚨 Breaking News: 300 Boeing manufactured airplanes have a fuel tank flaw that could cause an explosion 🚨 ❗⚠️ Immediate Threat: Boeing 777s in the US, primarily operated by American Airlines and United Airlines, are potentially at risk. 🔩 Proposed Fix: 🛠 Install electrical bonding and grounding. 🛠 Use new fasteners in the cover plate assembly. 🛠 Revise maintenance and inspection protocols. 🛠️ Cost to Fix: Estimated at $697,296 for US operators. 📣 Boeing’s Response: 🔺 Claims no immediate safety threat. 🔺 Cites multiple redundancies in aircraft design. 🔺 Highlights nearly 30 years of safe operation and over 3.9 billion passengers flown. 🤔 Is this just a tragic coincidence or a sign of deeper issues? The aviation industry must answer tough questions. ✈️ 🛑 #aviation #airline #boeing #travelnews #breakingnews #TripMe

United Airlines found loose bolts and installation issues on grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft, following an incident where a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines-operated plane. Discrepant bolts were found on inspected panels, but FAA and Boeing offered no comment. United identified installation problems in the door plug, necessitating bolt tightening for safe service resumption. Alaska Airlines also discovered loose hardware in their 737 Max 9 fleet inspections. Boeing approved checks, leading to flight cancellations. Boeing's shares dropped 8%, exacerbating challenges from earlier production delays and the 737 Max grounding in 2019. The FAA temporarily grounded 171 Max 9 jets for safety inspections, and Boeing emphasised safety in a company-wide address by CEO Dave Calhoun. #US #unitedairlines #flights #thesocialtalks

Boeing Co. experienced a decline in its stock on Monday as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recommended broader inspections for door plug security across additional aircraft models. The FAA, aiming to enhance safety measures, specifically advised operators of Boeing 737-900ER aircraft to conduct visual checks on mid-exit door plugs to ensure proper securing. Despite a recent 7.2% rebound in stock over the past three days until Friday, the overall trajectory has been marked by a substantial 13.6% drop since January 5. This decline was triggered by an in-flight panel blowout, leading to the grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft due to the loss of a mid-cabin door plug. The incident underscores persistent safety concerns within the aviation industry. #trading #boeing #stocks #tradeultra #latestnews

Boeing 737 MAX Spoiler Wiring Issue Flagged In 2022, Affects 860 Aircraft An FAA draft rule to inspect some in-service Boeing 737 MAXs for spoiler wire bundle chafing would give operators 36 months to check their fleets and affects all aircraft rolled out before mid-2022, when the issue was addressed on the production line. The agency's March 11 draft airworthiness directive (AD) is based on a July 2023 manufacturer's bulletin that is now public. The bulletin lists affected 737 MAXs by line number—about 860 airframes produced through mid-2022, including 207 on the U.S. registry. Boeing, which manufactures 737 wings in Renton, Washington, has built about 1,600 737 MAXs to date. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eKHXKnxT #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

In response to the incident involving an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 losing a door plug mid-flight due to missing bolts, Boeing's CEO, Dave Calhoun, has acknowledged the company's responsibility. The preliminary NTSB report identified that the bolts were removed during maintenance before the aircraft's delivery but were not reinstalled, leading to the issue. Boeing has taken proactive measures by implementing a comprehensive plan to improve quality control, including new inspections and better communication with suppliers. Despite the incident resulting in no serious injuries, it has prompted heightened scrutiny and efforts to prevent similar occurrences in the future. https://lnkd.in/eVsNNwAJ #AircraftMaintenance #AviationServices #FiverrGig #FlightSafety #ExpertMaintenance #LinkedInNetworking #AircraftMaintenance #AviationServices #FiverrGig #FlightSafety #ExpertMaintenance #AviationMaintenance #AircraftRepair #FlyHigh #FlightOperations #AircraftInspection #AviationIndustry #PilotLife #Airworthiness #AircraftMechanic #AvGeek #SkyMaintenance #FlightOperations #AirTransport #AviationProfessionals #SafeSkies #boeing #737max #Airbus #aerospace #aircraft #safety #management #manufacturing #failure #risknalysis #PFMEA #QRQC #8D #AlaskaAirlines #maintenance #security