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FAA Mandates Inspections for Over 2,600 Boeing 737 Jets

Oxygen mask issues prompt urgent checks on older and current models to ensure passenger safety.

  • FAA orders immediate visual inspections of Boeing 737 oxygen generators after reports of misalignment.
  • The directive affects both 737 MAX and NG models, requiring corrective actions within 120 to 150 days.
  • Boeing's safety practices face heightened scrutiny following a series of recent incidents and legal challenges.
  • The inspections aim to prevent potential oxygen mask failures during emergencies.
  • Boeing has reverted to using its original adhesive to secure oxygen generators.
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