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The FAA temporarily grounded some Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes after an Alaska Airlines incident

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The Alaska Airlines plane experienced a mid-air incident leading to an emergency landing in Portland, US, as its exit door detached. The report suggests that typically, such doors are permanently sealed or “plugged” on the airline’s aircraft.

According to Flightradar24, the Boeing 737-9 MAX model has an additional exit door positioned behind the wings but before the rear exit door. Following the incident, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) temporarily grounding certain Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft operated by U.S. airlines or in U.S. territory.

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FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker emphasized the importance of safety in decision-making and announced immediate inspections of specific Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes before they can resume flights. The inspections, mandated by the EAD, are estimated to take four to eight hours per aircraft and will affect approximately 171 airplanes globally.

In response, Alaska Airlines expressed regret for the impact on customers and supported the FAA’s decision for immediate inspections. Boeing, likewise, acknowledged the incident and pledged cooperation, with a technical team ready to assist the National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) investigation.

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When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

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Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.

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