Boeing 737 MAX planes need a new inspection for wires that can cause loss of control

The US aviation regulator is ordering a new inspection for certain Boeing 737 MAX airplanes. This is to check for incorrectly installed wires that could cause flight spoilers to move unexpectedly, potentially leading to a loss of control.

Aviation regulators are tightening oversight on a specific manufacturing defect that could cause a plane to lose control. This means Boeing must now inspect every affected 737 MAX plane for this issue, and fix it if found. It is a direct response to a documented failure that could have catastrophic consequences.