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Boeing says up to 50 planes grounded globally over cracks

Boeing is facing a global crisis over cracks. (File/AFP)

Updated 31 October 2019

AFP

October 31, 2019 05:23

Boeing says up to 50 planes grounded globally over cracks

Qantas Airways Ltd. and Southwest Airlines Co. have stepped up checks for structural cracks on Boeing 737 NGs after discovering problems

Updated 31 October 2019

AFP

October 31, 2019 05:23

Boeing has grounded up to 50 planes globally over cracks, Agence France Presse news agency reported on Thursday.
Boeing was not immediately available for comment.
Qantas Airways Ltd. and Southwest Airlines Co. have stepped up checks for structural cracks on Boeing 737 NGs after discovering problems with planes that did not require urgent inspections, Reuters reported, citing airline sources.