LadyStanley
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Can't find the original video that explained the why of the door plug, but essentially, the 737 max 9 can be configured to up to 193 passengers, in which case, there are required exit doors at those locations in fuselage. This 737 max 9 was configured for 179 pax which did not require an emergency exit. Instead a door plug (which costs much less) was installed and was paneled on the interior like any other section of the fuselage. Alaska had alerts of pressurization issues on that aircraft for three flights and had removed it from flying to Hawaii, allowing to only fly over land.
FAA have grounded all 737 max 9 planes, effecting Alaska and United airlines in US.
FAA have grounded all 737 max 9 planes, effecting Alaska and United airlines in US.
United Airlines found loose bolts, other issues on a key part of grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners
United Airlines said Monday it found loose bolts and other “installation issues” on a part of some Boeing 737 Max 9 jets that were inspected after a mid-flight blowout on a similar Alaska Airlines jet Friday. The inspections are focused on plugs used to seal an area set aside for extra...
news.yahoo.com