Overview
- Internal inspections found small scratches on electrical wiring in a group of 737 MAX jets caused by a machining error during assembly.
- Boeing has begun rework on affected airplanes before handover to customers, warning of near-term delivery delays that could affect March and the quarter.
- Production continues at the existing pace, with the 737 MAX line operating at roughly 42 aircraft per month.
- Boeing says it has informed the FAA and customers and is coordinating with suppliers to prevent a recurrence.
- Despite the rework, Boeing maintains full-year guidance of about 500 MAX deliveries and 90–100 787s, after delivering 51 aircraft in February, including 43 MAX jets.