On August 20th, according to Bloomberg local time, Boeing announced that cracks were found in the structure of the 777X aircraft during its test flight. The aircraft will be grounded for testing, faulty components will be replaced, and the cause of the problem will be identified.
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According to reports, Boeing stated that during routine maintenance after the test flight, it was found that the thrust rod of the 777-9 aircraft was damaged. In a statement, the company stated that the performance of the component did not meet the design requirements and planned to replace the engine bracket. Once it is ready, it will resume flight testing.
Boeing announced that it is conducting inspections on other aircraft in its 777X test fleet to identify any issues. The company also stated that it has notified federal regulatory agencies and customers of the relevant situation.