FAA Mandates Inspections for Boeing 737 Max Jets Due to Potential Cracks
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive requiring inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets due to potential cracks in the aircraft's fuselage. This directive affects approximately 471 U.S.-registered Boeing 737 Max 8, Max 9, and Max 8-200 airplanes. The inspections are prompted by reports of cracks in the bear strap at the forward upper corner of the forward galley door cutout. Boeing has stated that while the issue was initially identified in the 737 Next Generation aircraft, it has not been observed in the 737 Max fleet. However, due to the similar design and manufacturing processes, the inspections have been extended to the Max models. The directive, which takes effect on September 10, 2026, aims to address these potential cracks to ensure the structural integrity of the aircraft. 
