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FAA Probes Boeing Over Falsified Safety Checks on 787 Dreamliners

The investigation follows revelations that employees at a South Carolina plant skipped crucial inspections but recorded them as completed.

  • Boeing disclosed that some workers did not perform necessary wing-to-fuselage bonding tests, compromising aircraft safety protocols.
  • Despite the falsification, Boeing asserts there is no immediate safety threat to flights currently operating.
  • The FAA's scrutiny intensifies as Boeing struggles to recover from past safety lapses, including two fatal crashes of its 737 Max jets.
  • Corrective actions include stringent reevaluation of inspection processes and disciplinary measures against involved employees.
  • This incident could potentially affect Boeing's delivery schedules and operational efficiency, as additional inspections may be mandated.
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