The head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has cast doubt on Boeing’s ability to quickly resolve safety concerns. This comes as Boeing prepares to submit a plan addressing these issues, following a 90-day deadline imposed by the FAA in February.
FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker emphasized that Boeing’s plan, due next week, is just the first step in a lengthy process. He expressed concerns about “systemic quality-control issues” at Boeing and stressed the importance of regaining public trust in the safety of their airplanes.
This warning highlights the ongoing challenges facing Boeing as they work to recover from recent controversies surrounding the 737 MAX production issues. The FAA’s stance indicates a thorough and potentially time-consuming review process before Boeing can regain full confidence from regulators.
Source: Reuters