FAA Investigates Boeing 737 Incidents as Safety Concerns Mount

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation following a series of incidents involving Boeing planes, including a recent event where an engine part detached from a Southwest Airlines flight.

An engine cowling fell off a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 during takeoff, marking the latest in a series of incidents with Boeing aircraft.
The FAA has issued a temporary grounding of Boeing MAX 9 planes earlier this year, following a door plug panel incident on an Alaska Airlines flight.
There have been 29 incidents involving Boeing planes globally from January 1 to April 7, 2024, showing a slight decrease from the previous year.
Boeing faces scrutiny over systemic quality-control issues, with the FAA stepping up oversight and investigations into the company and its suppliers.
United Airlines pilots were asked to take unpaid time off due to Boeing manufacturing delays, highlighting the ongoing impact of safety concerns on airline operations.