What is the problem with the 787 Dreamliner?

Boeing has been working to resolve problems with the 787 Dreamliner since late 2020 after discovering tiny gaps between sections of the aircraft that could lead to premature fatigue. The agency hasn’t signed off on Boeing’s plan to inspect new 787s before delivery.

Is the 787 9 Dreamliner safe?

The 787–9 has the same risks that any aircraft has. Regarding the safety due to the latest news the engine in the model is Trent 1000 whose blades seem to wear out much sooner than expected as pretty much all major airlines grounded a few of their Dreamliner at some point in 2018 and 2019.

Is Boeing Dreamliner safe?

All aircraft types are safe until they crash. There have not yet been any major incidents involving a 787.

Is the Boeing company in trouble?

Boeing’s troubles run deep. The 737 Max, its newest and most important jet, has been grounded since March after two deadly crashes killed 346 people. The cascading crisis has disrupted the global aviation industry, cost the company billions of dollars and led to the ouster of its chief executive.

Do Boeing 787s need to be grounded?

Boeing said 787 planes already in service do not need to be grounded. The FAA agreed, saying it is aware of a manufacturing quality issue, and it “poses no immediate threat to flight safety.” “Based on data, the FAA will determine whether similar modifications should be made on 787s already in commercial service,” the FAA said in a statement.

Is the Boeing 787 still in service?

The company temporarily halted deliveries of the 787 last August and recommended a handful be temporarily grounded for inspections. Those planes have since been returned to service. Boeing also resumed deliveries of the planes in March.

How long does it take for Boeing to fix a plane?

Boeing will fix the undelivered planes and inspect them before delivery. The company said that process would take a few weeks. “We will continue to take the necessary time to ensure Boeing airplanes meet the highest quality prior to delivery,” the company said in a statement.

Can Boeing ever return to profitability?

Boeing is finally forecast to report a profit in the just-completed second quarter. While it may still be able to return to profitability, Tuesday’s news makes clear the quality problems that have dogged it since the grounding of the 737 Max are continuing. Shares of Boeing ( BA) fell 2\% in premarket trading on the news.