FAA Recommends Boeing 737-900ER Door Plug Inspections

delta air lines 737-900ER

Delta Air Lines is the largest operator of the Boeing 737-900ER, with 157 of the type.

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The FAA has recommended visual inspections of Boeing 737-900ER mid-cabin door plugs after some operators of the aircraft have had findings of loose bolts during earlier voluntary inspections. FAA issued a Safety Alert For Operators (SAFO) on Jan. 21, but stopped short of more stringent action taken...

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