A FedEx Boeing 767 cargo plane made an emergency landing without its front gear in Istanbul, intensifying scrutiny over Boeing’s safety protocols. The incident comes amid ongoing investigations into alleged manufacturing defects and safety shortcuts.
A FedEx-operated Boeing 767 cargo plane performed an emergency landing without its front landing gear at Istanbul Airport after departing from Paris. The incident, occurring amidst scrutiny over Boeing’s safety practices, involved no injuries but led to temporary runway closure for investigation. This event occurs as Boeing faces inquiries by the U.S. regulator concerning alleged safety inspections and production shortcuts.
In a related development, former Spirit AeroSystems quality inspector Santiago Paredes accused the company of manufacturing defects in parts supplied to Boeing. He claimed to have identified up to 200 defects on parts, including missing fasteners and bent components, and alleged pressure to overlook these issues to meet quotas. These revelations follow a separate incident involving a door detaching from a new 737 Max plane, further questioning manufacturing practices. Paredes, involved in a legal action by shareholders alleging attempts to hide these quality failings, highlighted systemic issues in quality control at the Wichita factory, despite Spirit AeroSystems’ denial of these claims.
