WASHINGTON, June 13 — Boeing is investigating a new quality problem with its 787 Dreamliner after discovering that hundreds of fasteners have been incorrectly installed on the...
Boeing is investigating a new quality problem with its 787 Dreamliner after discovering that hundreds of fasteners have been incorrectly installed on the fuselages of some undelivered jets. — AFP picWASHINGTON, June 13 — Boeing is investigating a new quality problem with its 787 Dreamliner after discovering that hundreds of fasteners have been incorrectly installed on the fuselages of some undelivered jets, two people familiar with the matter said.
There is no immediate concern about flight safety but Boeing is working to understand what caused the problem and will decide how much if any rework needs to be done once its investigation is complete, the sources said, asking not to be identified.Boeing confirmed the checks in response to a Reuters query on Thursday and said it saw limited to no impact on deliveries.
“We are taking the time necessary to ensure all airplanes meet our delivery standards prior to delivery. We are working closely with our customers and the FAA and keeping them updated.”The Federal Aviation Administration did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
The sources said the affected fasteners had been torqued from the wrong side, using the head instead of the associated nut.
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