FAA Probes Counterfeit Titanium in Boeing and Airbus Jets

Investigation focuses on fake documentation and potential safety risks linked to titanium parts used in aircraft manufacturing.

Spirit AeroSystems discovered counterfeit titanium with falsified documents in parts supplied to Boeing and Airbus.
The titanium was used in various aircraft components between 2019 and 2023, including Boeing 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner, and Airbus A220 jets.
The FAA is assessing the scope and impact of the issue, including potential safety implications for in-service planes.
Boeing and Airbus have conducted tests indicating no immediate safety risks but are removing affected parts from undelivered planes.
The investigation adds to ongoing scrutiny of Boeing's safety practices following multiple recent incidents.