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Federal Register · March 18, 2025
The title they went with Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Noisy translates that to

Boeing 737 inspections must happen sooner for certain planes

What happened
The FAA is tightening the inspection schedule for a specific part on some Boeing 737-800 airplanes. This means airlines must perform ultrasonic inspections of the skin under the drag link assembly earlier than previously required.
Why it matters
Airlines now have less time to find potential cracks in a critical part of their 737-800 fleet. This change directly affects the operational schedules and maintenance costs for operators of these specific aircraft. It also shows how regulators adjust safety requirements as new information about material fatigue or inspection effectiveness emerges.
The signal
Watch for any public statements from airlines about the impact on their maintenance schedules or fleet availability.
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