Boeing 787s Face Metal Mix-Up Inspections from FAA Soon
Published Date: 7/28/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The FAA wants Boeing 787-9 and 787-10 planes checked because some parts might be made from the wrong metal. They’re asking for special inspections to make sure the ram air turbine fittings are safe and to fix any problems found. This keeps flights safe without causing big delays or costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Boeing 787 RAT Inspection Requirement
If you operate Boeing Model 787-9 or 787-10 airplanes, the FAA would require a high frequency eddy current (HFEC) or handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometer inspection of the ram air turbine (RAT) forward fitting to determine the titanium alloy material. This inspection is intended to check for RAT forward fittings that may have been manufactured with an incorrect titanium alloy material.
On-Condition Repair Actions Required
If an inspection finds that a RAT forward fitting has the incorrect titanium alloy, the FAA would require applicable on-condition actions to address the unsafe condition. The on-condition actions would be performed to correct the unsafe condition on the affected RAT forward fitting.
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