Boeing another 737 brand grounded in s korea over cracks
It looks like Boeing is facing another setback!
According to reports, Korean Air has grounded 11 of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft due to cracks found in the wings. This is the latest in a series of issues affecting the 737 brand, which has been plagued by problems in recent years.
The cracks were discovered during routine inspections, and Korean Air has decided to ground the affected aircraft as a precautionary measure. The airline has not specified when the planes will be back in service.
This development comes on the heels of a series of other issues affecting the 737 brand, including:
- The 737 MAX crisis: The 737 MAX was grounded worldwide in 2019 following two fatal crashes that killed a total of 346 people. The aircraft was cleared to return to service in November 2020, but it has yet to regain its full commercial viability.
- Wing cracks: In 2020, Boeing announced that it would inspect and repair cracks in the wings of certain 737-800 aircraft. The issue was linked to the use of a specific type of fastener.
- Engine issues: In 2020, Boeing also announced that it would inspect and repair engine issues on certain 737-800 aircraft. The problem was linked to a faulty engine component.
It's worth noting that Boeing has been working to address these issues and has implemented various measures to improve the safety and reliability of its aircraft. However, the latest development with Korean Air's 737-800 fleet is a setback for the company and its customers.
What do you think about this latest development? Should Boeing be doing more to address these issues?