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Boeing faces another setback in the production of its 737 Max jets, as approximately 50 planes yet to be delivered require reworking due to a recently discovered issue. The problem, detailed in a memo to Boeing employees by Stan Deal, the head of the company’s commercial aircraft unit, originated from a notification by an employee at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems. The supplier, responsible for manufacturing the fuselages of the 737 Max jets, identified that two holes may not have been drilled precisely to Boeing’s specifications.
While the issue is not an immediate safety concern for in-service 737s, the memo acknowledges the need for rework on the undelivered airplanes. This development adds to Boeing’s recent challenges, including a concerning incident on an Alaska Airlines flight where a door plug blew out, resulting in substantial damage to the plane’s side. Boeing CEO David Calhoun acknowledged the company’s responsibility for the incident, emphasizing the commitment to improvement.
Stan Deal’s memo outlines that Boeing’s 737 Max factory in Renton, Washington, will allocate several days in the current week to address the rework, emphasizing the company’s dedication to quality, safety, and overall stability in its manufacturing processes.
