The FAA has ordered mandatory inspections of 471 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in the U.S. after cracks were found in a structural reinforcement component that could affect aircraft integrity.

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The FAA has ordered mandatory inspections of 471 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in the U.S. after cracks were found in a structural reinforcement component that could affect aircraft integrity. The directive takes effect September 10 and covers certain 737-8, 737-9, and 737-8200 models. Source: WSJ