A recent incident involving an Alaska Airlines MAX-9 flight has reignited safety concerns about Boeing aircraft.
The plane experienced a terrifying mid-air explosion when a fuselage panel ripped away at nearly 15,000 feet, leaving a gaping hole.
Thankfully, no passengers were in the affected seats, and all on board survived.
Engineer Blows Whistle on Boeing’s Troubled History
However, this incident is just the latest in a string of problems for Boeing.
Aerospace engineer Joe Jacobsen, a former Boeing employee, has spoken out about the company’s alleged prioritization of profit over safety.
He claims Boeing has a history of production defects, lax quality control, and a reliance on self-policing that has resulted in potentially disastrous consequences.
MAX-8 Crashes and MCAS System Failures
Jacobsen points to the fatal crashes of Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, both involving MAX-8 variants, as prime examples.
These accidents were attributed to a faulty software system called MCAS, which was not properly designed or communicated to pilots.
Boeing’s delegation of MCAS certification to itself is also under scrutiny.
Internal Boeing Documents Reveal Disdain for MAX Design
Leaked internal documents from Boeing paint a disturbing picture.
Company pilots and mechanics expressed serious concerns about the MAX’s design, calling it a “joke” and a “turd.”
A senior mechanic recently described working on the MAX as “chaos” due to missing or ill-fitting parts.
Alaska Airlines Incident Points to Manufacturing Issues
The Alaska Airlines door-plug blowout highlights another facet of Boeing’s potential problems.
Investigators believe missing bolts caused the panel to detach, raising questions about quality control at Boeing contractors like Spirit AeroSystems.
Foundation for Aviation Safety Documents Boeing’s Alleged Issues
Jacobsen, now with the Foundation for Aviation Safety, has compiled a long list of alleged problems with the MAX jets, including frequent equipment failures, insufficient redundancy in critical systems, and loose bolts.
Boeing’s Future Uncertain Despite Continued MAX Presence
Despite these concerning developments, MAX aircraft remain operational with major airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines.
Boeing’s new leadership has a significant challenge ahead in restoring public trust and ensuring the safety of its planes.
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