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.