Italian Firms Accused of Supplying Fake Parts for Boeing 787 Dreamliners
A major investigation reveals that two Italian companies allegedly produced substandard components for Boeing aircraft, leading to safety concerns.
- Italian aerospace firms are under investigation for allegedly supplying counterfeit parts used in Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
- Authorities have seized approximately 6,000 parts, including titanium and aluminum components, which failed to meet safety standards.
- The parts were delivered to Leonardo-Aerostructures in Italy, which manufactures significant sections of the Dreamliner fuselage.
- The investigation has been ongoing since 2021, involving collaboration between Italian authorities, Boeing, and the FBI.
- The accused companies and individuals are allegedly part of a criminal organization involved in various illegal activities, including economic fraud and environmental violations.