The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has instructed airlines to inspect hundreds of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft after a scary incident in March. During a flight, the plane suddenly dropped 400 feet, causing injuries to around 50 passengers. The FAA is concerned that the seats of the pilots might have moved unexpectedly, causing the autopilot to disengage and the plane to descend rapidly.
The FAA’s directive requires airlines to check specific models of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner for missing or damaged parts within 30 days. This affects 158 planes in the US and 737 planes globally. The FAA is taking this action to prevent any similar incidents that could endanger passengers and crew.
Boeing, the manufacturer of the aircraft, fully supports the FAA’s directive. This is part of a series of safety concerns surrounding Boeing recently, including a criminal investigation into an incident where a part of a 737 MAX fuselage broke off mid-flight.
Aviation safety is of utmost importance, and the FAA is working to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to prevent any future accidents. Airlines and manufacturers are cooperating to address these issues promptly to ensure the safety of everyone on board.
Vocabulary List:
- Directive /dɪˈrɛk.tɪv/ (noun): An official or authoritative instruction.
- Inspect /ɪnˈspɛkt/ (verb): To look at something closely to learn more about its condition.
- Disengage /ˌdɪs.ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ/ (verb): To release or detach something from a connection.
- Fuselage /ˈfjuz.əˌlɑːʒ/ (noun): The central body of an aircraft excluding the wings and tail.
- Endanger /ɪnˈdeɪn.dʒər/ (verb): To put someone or something at risk or in danger.
- Cooperate /koʊˈɒp.ə.reɪt/ (verb): To work together towards a common goal.
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