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NTSB Probes Boeing's Quality Lapses After Alaska Airlines Incident

Investigation reveals chaotic assembly processes and oversight failures leading to near-disaster on 737 MAX 9.

  • Four critical bolts were not reinstalled, causing a door plug to blow out mid-flight.
  • NTSB hearings highlighted tensions and miscommunication between Boeing and its supplier, Spirit AeroSystems.
  • Boeing's assembly lines faced issues with untrained workers and rushed processes.
  • Newly released documents detail the frantic moments on board during the incident.
  • Boeing is working on design changes and increased inspections to prevent future failures.
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