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Boeing uncovers new issue with Boeing Max planes
Boeing has encountered yet another challenge related to its 737 Max aircraft series.
This latest issue involves mis-drilled holes in the fuselages of the planes and has the potential to delay the delivery of approximately 50 aircraft, marking another quality concern for the company.
Stan Deal, the CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, addressed the matter in a letter to Boeing employees.
He revealed that the problem had been identified by the company’s subcontractor, Spirit AeroSystems, located in Wichita, Kansas.
According to Deal, while this issue does not pose an immediate safety risk, it necessitates rework on about 50 undelivered planes.
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Investigator-in-Charge John Lovell examines the fuselage plug area of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 Boeing 737-9 MAX, which was forced to make an emergency landing with a gap in the fuselage, in Portland, Oregon, U.S. January 7, 2024. NTSB/Handout via REUTERS
Two holes
The problem came to light when an employee at Spirit AeroSystems alerted their manager to potential irregularities in the drilling of two holes, according to Deal’s statement.
This development places both Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems under increased scrutiny concerning the quality of their work. It follows an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 on January 5th, when a panel known as a door plug blew out of the aircraft shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon.
The National Transportation Safety Board is currently investigating the incident, while the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is reviewing whether Boeing and its suppliers adhered to proper quality-control procedures.
Assembly line
Notably, Spirit AeroSystems was the manufacturer of the failed door plug in the Alaska Airlines incident.
The aircraft involved had recently rolled off the assembly line just weeks before the incident occurred.
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, the only two U.S. carriers operating the Max 9 model, reported discovering loose hardware in door plugs of other planes they inspected following the blowout incident.
Consequently, the FAA temporarily grounded all Max 9 aircraft in the U.S. a day after the event.
Two weeks later, the agency approved an inspection and maintenance process to allow the planes to resume flights. Both Alaska Airlines and United Airlines have started reintroducing some Max 9 aircraft into service.
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Israel launches its new “Iron Beam” laser system
Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.
Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.
Israel’s Defence Ministry says its new “Iron Beam” laser system will be deployed by year’s end. The technology is designed to destroy incoming missiles, rockets, drones and mortars with precision.
Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in partnership with Elbit Systems, Iron Beam will sit alongside existing defences such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow. Unlike traditional interceptors which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot, the laser comes at negligible expense.
Officials call it the world’s first high-power laser interception system to achieve operational maturity, hailing it as a game-changer for modern warfare. Military leaders expect the system to reshape air defence capabilities and cut costs dramatically.
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Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel
Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.
Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.
Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue is being hailed as one of the most powerful moments in modern late-night history. Standing on stage at the Ed Sullivan Theatre, Colbert dedicated his show to Jimmy Kimmel and his team after ABC suspended Kimmel’s programme under pressure from Washington.
Colbert called the move “blatant censorship” and directly accused President Trump of acting like an autocrat. “With an autocrat, you cannot give an inch,” he warned, making clear that the stakes reach far beyond late-night comedy.
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Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University
Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.
Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.
Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but the event was meant to be cancelled. Despite that, thousands of people still turned up to celebrate his legacy.
As many as 10,000 people turned out, showing the extent of support for the conservative activist. The crowd gathered outside CSU, creating an atmosphere more like a political rally than a cancelled speech.
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