Boeing is standing firm 💪 on the safety of its 787 Dreamliner, stating on Monday that no fatigue cracks have been found on older jets. This comes just before a U.S. Senate hearing scheduled for Wednesday.
The aerospace giant emphasized that even after heavy maintenance checks at six and twelve years, nearly 700 in-service Dreamliners showed zero signs of airframe fatigue. Steve Chisholm, Boeing's chief engineer for mechanical and structural engineering, stated, \"All these results have been shared with the FAA.\" 📄✈️
Lisa Fahl, Vice President of Boeing Commercial Airplanes engineering, explained that the 787, launched in 2004, has stringent specifications for gaps—the thickness of a human hair! She also dismissed reports of improper assembly practices, assuring that such methods are \"not part of our process.\" 🚫🛠️
The comments come amid scrutiny over Boeing's safety culture. A whistleblower is set to testify about alleged safety concerns regarding the assembly of the 787 and 777 jets. The FAA is currently investigating these claims.
Boeing halted deliveries of the 787 for over a year until August 2022 due to quality control issues. They're now keen to reassure both regulators and the public about the safety and reliability of their aircraft. ✈️🌍
As air travel picks up again, all eyes are on Boeing to see how they'll navigate these challenges. Stay tuned for updates! 📢
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
