FAA Mandates 787 Inspections After Wing Shim Issue Raises Fatigue Concerns Written 28 August 2026
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American Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at LAX. | Source: Wikimedia Commons; CC BY 2.0
Aerospace Global News reports the FAA has ordered inspections of 77 Boeing 787 Dreamliners worldwide after identifying improperly installed shims in the wing structure that could contribute to fatigue-related damage over time.
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