Posted 3/4/2024, 8:41:56 PM
FAA Audit Finds Quality Control Issues at Boeing and Supplier Spirit AeroSystems
- FAA audit found quality control problems at Boeing and supplier Spirit AeroSystems
- Issues with Boeing's manufacturing process control, parts handling and storage, product control
- Audit launched after door panel blew out during Alaska Airlines flight in January
- Boeing given 90 days to address issues; FAA shared summary of findings
- Boeing confirms talks to buy Spirit AeroSystems to "strengthen aviation safety, improve quality"