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Nearly 2,000 Boeing 737s Must Get Tail Inspections After Jets Pitched Up And Down Mid-Flight
The FAA warned of a potential loss of control as it ordered checks on nearly 2,000 Boeing 737NGs.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued an airworthiness directive targeting nearly 2,000 Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft. The directive responds to reports from multiple operators of the planes' noses moving up and down during flight.
The issue is linked to excessive movement in the hinges and jackscrew that support and move the aircraft's horizontal stabilizer. The AD orders inspections to assess this potential deficiency.
The directive applies to Boeing 737NG aircraft, requiring checks on the relevant vertical and mechanical components related to stabilizer control. The FAA warned that the condition could lead to loss of control if not addressed.
The action aims to identify and mitigate the risk through inspections, with the goal of preventing unsafe flight conditions. No additional details on affected operators, inspection timelines, or corrective actions are provided in the material.