FAA Says Nearly Half Of 737s Have New Rudder PCUs

FAA said nearly 50% of 737s subject to an earlier order now have new rudder power control units (PCUs). Newer 737s are manufactured with a redesigned unit, so nearly 60% of the 737 fleet has new PCUs, the agency said. The redesigned PCU eliminates the possibility of a "rudder reversal," which the...

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