Boeing has responded to the Daily Mail report, denying the most concerning aspects. The company states that the story is misleading and reckless, making incorrect connections and sensationalizing the standard regulatory process. Boeing emphasizes that this is not an immediate safety of flight issue, highlighting the effectiveness of the measures in place to ensure air travel remains the safest form of transportation.
According to the spokesperson from Boeing, modern commercial airplanes are equipped with multiple redundancies to safeguard against electromagnetic effects. They emphasize that the 777 fleet, which has been in operation for almost three decades, has successfully transported over 3.9 billion passengers without any compromise to their safety.
By the way, according to a source familiar with FAA procedure, the agency’s memo in March about the potential “electrostatic discharge” was not a final rule but rather a Notice of Proposed Rule Making. This means that it was a description of a proposed rule, not an official regulation.
Boeing issued a service bulletin in November 2023 regarding this matter. Although some airlines may have already taken action based on this bulletin, they are not obligated to do so until the FAA establishes a final rule.
According to a recent report, the Boeing saga takes a concerning turn with the discovery of another fleet of jets that has a fatal flaw requiring immediate attention.
According to the Daily Mail, Boeing’s 777 jets are grappling with a potentially catastrophic electrical flaw known as “electrostatic discharge.” This flaw poses a significant risk to the fuel tanks of the planes, as it could result in the wings catching fire or even exploding.
BOEING’S PLANE PROBLEMS
According to the Federal Aviation Administration, a recent notice has revealed a flaw that could potentially affect nearly 300 planes, including those in the inventories of United and American Airlines.
According to reports, the FAA has advised the company to invest approximately $698,000 to resolve the potential issues with the planes. They have suggested the implementation of new electrical bonding and grounding to ensure safety.
In March, the FAA received a report regarding the issue. Boeing was given until May 9 to respond, but it is unclear whether a response was provided. A Boeing spokesperson explained that the FAA notice in March was related to proposed rulemaking. The agency wanted Boeing to comment on the situation before implementing any mandatory fixes for the 777 series.
Boeing’s PR disaster continues to face new challenges, with its planes encountering a range of issues, including doors blowing off mid-flight, engine fires, and tragic crashes.
John Barnett, a former quality manager at Boeing, who has now become a whistleblower, recently issued a warning on TMZ. He bravely stated that he had witnessed Boeing ignoring safety concerns for many years.
Tragically, he ultimately took his own life while he was in the midst of a legal battle with Boeing.
Boeing is currently under intense scrutiny as the focus is squarely on them. The latest report has raised significant questions that the company will undoubtedly have to address.
