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The disarray inside Boeing’s 737 factory before the door plug blowout

Livemint · 1y ago

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Last year, workers at Boeing's Renton factory faced mounting pressure and delays on a future 737 MAX jet, which later experienced a partial door failure during a flight. Internal communications revealed that employees had flagged damaged rivets on the fuselage, but faced difficulties in getting the issue addressed and documented. As delays piled up, crews struggled to keep up with the production schedule and production pressure intensified. The incident sparked investigations and leadership changes at Boeing, prompting a renewed focus on safety and quality. The company is also in talks to acquire supplier Spirit AeroSystems to address quality concerns.