Boeing 767s must be inspected for tiny cracks that could cause fuselage skin to fail

The US aviation regulator proposes new inspections for certain Boeing 767 airplanes. These inspections will look for small scribe lines and cracks in the fuselage skin, especially around repairs and decals.

These inspections target a specific type of damage that can lead to structural failure if not caught early. This means airlines operating these older 767 models will face new maintenance costs and potential grounding time. The focus on scribe lines and external repairs suggests a deeper look at how routine maintenance and cosmetic changes might hide or even cause serious structural issues.