FAA Orders Frequent Crack Hunts on Boeing 737 Beams
Published Date: 9/29/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
If you fly or work with Boeing 737 planes, listen up! The FAA wants regular checks for cracks in certain parts of the plane’s floor beams to keep everyone safe. Fixes must happen quickly if cracks show up, helping avoid costly problems down the line.
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Mandatory inspections for Boeing 737 floor beams
The FAA proposes a new airworthiness directive for all Boeing Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER airplanes. It would require repetitive inspections for any cracks in the stub beam straps at certain stations and require repairing any crack found to address an unsafe condition. This affects operators and maintenance personnel who must perform the inspections and repairs.
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