FAA finds systemic quality-control failures and increases oversight of Boeing

Summary

Following the January 5, 2024 Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 door plug incident, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) launched an extensive investigation into Boeing's manufacturing and quality-control processes. The FAA identified non-compliance issues in Boeing's manufacturing process control, parts handling, storage, and product control. As a result, the FAA halted expansion of Boeing's 737 MAX production, increased on-site oversight, required Boeing to submit a comprehensive corrective action plan, and stated that the company must address its systemic production-quality issues before production could increase. The FAA continues to monitor Boeing's progress through ongoing audits, inspections, and regular reviews. https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/updates-boeing-737-9-max-aircraft