Federal investigators looking into the midflight blowout of an Alaska Airlines jet have located a crucial part, shedding light on the “explosive decompression.”
Simultaneously, both Alaska Airlines and United Airlines have identified loose hardware on their Boeing 737 Max 9s, resulting in the nationwide grounding of these aircraft.
United Airlines confirmed the discovery of loose bolts during FAA-mandated inspections following the incident, attributing them to installation issues in the door plug.
Alaska Airlines reported visible loose hardware on their aircraft but is awaiting final documentation for a formal inspection.
In an unexpected turn, a Portland schoolteacher found the missing door plug from the Alaska Airlines incident in his backyard.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy called this discovery the “missing piece” crucial to the investigation, as it provides valuable information on the components and structures involved.
Despite the harrowing midair incident, the NTSB faces challenges due to the loss of critical cockpit audio recordings.
Homendy revealed that the audio was overwritten, hindering their understanding of the event’s communication dynamics.
This complication adds to the urgency of implementing extended cockpit voice recording times, a move currently proposed by the FAA.
The incident involved a Boeing 737 Max 9, which had been restricted from flying over the ocean due to previous issues with the auto pressurization fail light.
The decision was made after the light was triggered multiple times in the month leading up to the incident.
However, the connection between the warning lights and the midflight blowout remains uncertain.
The impact of the event caused significant interior damage, but there was no structural damage to the aircraft.
Interviews with the flight crew highlighted the chaotic scene during the incident, emphasizing the heroic efforts of the flight attendants.
As investigations continue, Boeing, the FAA, and the NTSB collaborate to inspect and address the issues identified in the Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet.
The grounding affects approximately 171 aircraft, requiring emergency inspections that may take four to eight hours per aircraft.
In the quest for answers, the discovery of the missing door plug and the potential insights from recovered cell phones offer a glimmer of hope in understanding the events leading to the alarming midflight blowout.
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Missing Aircraft Part Found, Loose Hardware Discovered On Boeing 737 Max 9s, Missing Aircraft Part Found, Loose Hardware Discovered On Boeing 737 Max 9s
