FAA Flags 31,000 Improperly Installed Seats On Boeing 737 MAX Planes
The FAA has identified 31,000 improperly installed seats across Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, prompting calls for mandatory inspections.
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The FAA has identified 31,000 improperly installed seats across Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, prompting calls for mandatory inspections.
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