NTSB Report Links Severe Weather to Southwest 737 MAX 'Dutch Roll' Incident
Investigators find substantial tail damage likely caused by storm while plane was parked in New Orleans.
- The Boeing 737 MAX 8 experienced a 'Dutch roll' during a May 25 flight from Phoenix to Oakland.
- NTSB's preliminary report indicates the plane's tail was damaged by severe weather nine days earlier.
- Routine maintenance conducted two days before the flight did not reveal any issues with the rudder system.
- Pilots noticed unusual rudder pedal movements during the flight, indicating potential damage.
- Southwest Airlines inspected its fleet of 231 Boeing 737 MAX jets and found no additional issues.
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