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Boeing Faces New Wave of Quality Issues with 787 Dreamliners

Federal investigations and internal checks reveal improperly installed fasteners and potential counterfeit materials.

  • Boeing has identified incorrectly installed fasteners on undelivered 787 Dreamliners, affecting hundreds of planes.
  • The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating reports of counterfeit titanium used in Boeing and Airbus aircraft.
  • An unsafe Dutch roll incident on a Southwest Airlines flight has prompted further scrutiny of Boeing's safety practices.
  • Boeing assures that the in-service fleet remains safe to operate despite ongoing inspections and quality checks.
  • The company is working closely with the FAA to ensure all undelivered planes meet safety and engineering standards.
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