Federal regulators are currently investigating the presence of parts made with titanium that was sold with falsified quality documentation in Boeing and Airbus passenger jets manufactured in recent years. Both Boeing and Airbus have assured the public that planes containing these parts are safe to fly. However, Boeing has taken the precautionary measure of removing affected parts from planes that have not yet been delivered to airline customers.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will be responsible for determining whether any modifications are necessary for planes that are already in operation. The FAA has confirmed that they are actively looking into the extent and implications of this issue. Boeing brought the matter to the attention of the FAA, citing material obtained from a distributor who may have provided inaccurate or falsified records. The distributor in question has not been named by the FAA.
Spirit AeroSystems, a company that produces fuselages for Boeing planes and wings for Airbus aircraft, was the entity that reported the presence of falsified documents. Both Boeing and Airbus have refrained from disclosing the exact number of planes currently in service that contain parts made from the undocumented titanium.
The FAA investigation was initially reported by The New York Times, shedding light on the ongoing efforts to address this issue and ensure the safety of passengers and aircraft. As the investigation progresses, further updates are expected to be provided by the relevant authorities.
