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The move aims to counter Chinese producers, which hold a monopoly in the global polysilicon production. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - FAA orders inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets over potential cracks
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets over possible cracking in the aircraft’s body, though Boeing said the issue has not been seen on the Max fleet.The airworthiness directive (AD) applies to certain Boeing 737 Max 8, Max 9 and Max 8-200 airplanes and affects an estimated 471 U.S.-registered aircraft.Airline operators must inspect the fuselage skin and carry out additional inspections or repairs when needed."This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the bear strap at the forward upper corner of the forward galley door cutout," the directive states. "The FAA is issuing this AD to address cracks in the fuselage skin and bear strap, which may lead to the inability of the principal structural element to sustain limit loads and adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane."RYANAIR PASSENGER RECOUNTS BEING PARTLY SUCKED OUT AIRPLANE WINDOW: 'I AM LUCKY'The directive takes effect Sept. 10, 2026.Boeing told FOX Business that the issue was first identified on certain 737 Next Generation aircraft and has not been seen on the 737 Max fleet.The company said it extended the inspections to Max aircraft because the models share a similar design and manufacturing process."Boeing identified and reported this issue and has been working with operators on it over the past six years," the company said.NEW BOEING AIRCRAFT DEVELOPMENT HAMPERED BY BACKLOG OF EXISTING ORDERS, SAYS CEOBoeing notified 737 Next Generation operators about the issue in 2019, and the FAA mandated inspections for those aircraft in 2021."The FAA airworthiness directive published today mandates the inspections, as it did for the 737 Next Generation. We support both directives and continue to support our airline customers," Boeing said.The aircraft manufacturer said the inspections provide multiple opportunities to detect and correct possible cracks before they exceed a critical length.BOEING PURSUES MASSIVE CHINA JET DEAL AS CEO JOINS TRUMP'S DELEGATION TO BEIJINGBoeing has also conducted an engineering analysis to determine the root cause and is implementing manufacturing changes intended to prevent the condition.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE"Boeing is introducing changes to the manufacturing process that address the root cause of the unsafe condition on in-production airplanes," the FAA directive noted. [TheTopNews] Read More.1 hour ago - Meta found to be ‘public nuisance’ in $567m rulingA New Mexico judge ordered the Instagram, Facebook and Whatsapp parent company to pay another $567m for the way it has harmed children. [TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago
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- More than 1.7M ladders recalled nationwide over potentially deadly fall hazardKentucky-based Louisville Ladder is recalling roughly 1.77 million attic stairway ladders after receiving reports that bolts can break while the products are being used, creating a potentially deadly fall hazard.The recall involves certain Louisville, Featherlite, Lite and Century attic stairway ladders equipped with gas struts, according to a notice issued Thursday by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)."The bolts on the attic stairway ladders can break while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fall hazard," the CPSC said.RECALL ISSUED FOR DOG AND HORSE MEDICATION AFTER FIBERGLASS FOUND IN VIALSThe company has received 11 reports of bolts breaking. One incident resulted in injuries to a consumer’s neck, head and back, according to the agency.The affected aluminum- and wood-frame ladders include handrails and fold into attic openings. They were sold in several frame sizes, including widths of 22.5, 25.5 and 30 inches and lengths of 54 and 60 inches.The ladders were designed for ceiling heights ranging from 7 feet, 8 inches to 12 feet, the CPSC noted.POPULAR WALMART NUT BUTTER RECALLED AFTER TESTING DETECTS SALMONELLAConsumers can find the brand name and model number on the inside of the attic door.The ladders were sold at Home Depot, Lowe’s, Do It Best, Orgill and other retailers nationwide, as well as on Amazon, from November 2012 through July 2026, according to the notice.Prices ranged from approximately $170 to $600.An additional 13,054 ladders were sold in Canada.TARGET, KROGER, MEIJER FRUIT PURÉE POUCHES RECALLED OVER PLASTIC RISK: FDAConsumers are being urged to stop using the recalled ladders immediately and register for a free repair kit. CLICK HERE TO GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GOFor more information about the recalled products, visit the CPSC's website.Louisville Ladder could not immediately be reached by FOX Business for comment. [TheTopNews] Read More.4 hours ago
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