The most recent incident with the FlySafair Boeing has reminded the public of the manufacturer’s concerns. (PHOTO: Gallo Images/Getty Images)
The headlines from abroad were startling:
“Mid-flight panic as jet’s door panel comes loose”, swiftly followed by, “Boeing 737 loses engine cover during take-off” and “Critical safety bolts missing from aircrafts”.
Then something happened to bring it all a lot closer to home. A Boeing 737 recently lost a wheel shortly after take-off, forcing the captain to make an emergency landing.
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