Boeing issues inspection advisory for 737 Max jets due to loose bolt risk
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Boeing has advised airlines to inspect 737 Max planes for a potential loose bolt in the rudder control system, a precautionary measure after discovering a quality issue. The inspections, expected to take about two hours per plane, aim to ensure the safety and integrity of this popular aircraft model, according to NBC News.
The inspection recommendation was issued after an international operator's routine maintenance check revealed a bolt with a missing nut in the rudder-control linkage of a 737 Max plane.
This discovery prompted Boeing to investigate, finding another aircraft with a nut that was not adequately tightened. As a result, Boeing has decided to inspect all new 737 Max planes before delivery to customers.
Major airlines, including Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines, have started or planned the inspections, expecting minimal to no impact on their operations.
Safety vigilance
The background of this occasion is rooted in Boeing's commitment to maintaining high safety standards for its aircraft.
The 737 Max has been Boeing's bestselling jetliner, but it has also faced scrutiny and challenges in the past, including a worldwide grounding following two fatal crashes.
This latest issue, though relatively minor compared to previous problems, underscores the ongoing need for vigilant maintenance and quality control in the aviation industry, especially for widely used aircraft models like the 737 Max.
