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Boeing production problems delay delivery of 737 Max planes

  • Boeing warns suppliers of 737 Max planes that a quality issue will likely reduce deliveries of new jets.
  • Boeing has paused deliveries of some 737 Max planes due to incorrectly installed fittings discovered on planes still in production.
  • The delivery delays are expected to hurt Boeing's cash flow and negatively impact airlines awaiting new planes.
  • The specific issue involves two brackets in the tail section of some 737 Max planes that were not properly installed.
  • Boeing is working with regulators and airlines to determine how many planes are affected and how long it will take to fix the issue and resume deliveries.
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