FAA to Intensify Oversight of Boeing's 737 Max 9 Production
The FAA announced it will audit Boeing's production line and consider using an independent third party to oversee inspections and quality control following an incident where a door plug blew off an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9. The agency grounded over 170 Boeing 737 Max 9s and will evaluate risks around Boeing's ability to self-monitor quality control. Boeing's CEO acknowledged the mistake and the incident has increased scrutiny on Boeing's quality problems and regulatory oversight.