FAA Probes Boeing Over Falsified 787 Safety Inspections

May 7, 2024
FAA Probes Boeing Over Falsified 787 Safety Inspections
  • Boeing is under FAA investigation for alleged document falsification and inspection oversights on 787 Dreamliner aircraft.

  • An internal whistleblower's report initiated the probe, and Boeing's VP acknowledged the wrongdoing.

  • Concerns include claims from an engineer about improper fuselage assembly, risking mid-flight disintegration.

  • The issue surfaced when factory personnel noticed anomalies in conformance tests, revealing unperformed but documented tests.

  • Boeing is re-examining all 787s in production and addressing those in service as part of its corrective measures.

  • The FAA is actively investigating and has committed to enforce actions to guarantee passenger safety.

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