The FAA has mandated inspections of longeron splice fittings on Boeing 747-400s
The FAA has mandated inspections of longeron splice fittings on Boeing 747-400s that carry loads generated by forces acting on the plane's tail section. Operators of older 747s have reported 11 cracked fittings, which the FAA said could result in the inability of the structure to carry horizontal...
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