NTSB Warns 40 Airlines of Boeing 737 Rudder Safety Risks

The NTSB issued urgent safety recommendations after discovering faulty rudder components in Boeing 737s, prompting concerns over FAA and Boeing's handling of the issue.

The NTSB identified potential safety risks with rudder components on some Boeing 737 models, affecting over 40 foreign airlines.
The issue was highlighted following a February incident where a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 experienced stuck rudder pedals during landing.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy criticized the FAA for not taking the issue seriously enough and for downplaying the presence of faulty parts in U.S. aircraft.
Boeing informed affected operators in August but faced criticism for not proactively alerting all airlines about the faulty components.
The FAA is planning additional simulator testing and has committed to sharing necessary information with international aviation authorities.