On October 18, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a new round of safety investigations into Boeing.

The FAA indicated that this investigation will focus on issues within the safety domain, including the quality of risk assessments, resource allocation, and adherence to regulatory requirements. The agency anticipates that the process will take approximately three months.

A spokesperson for the FAA clarified that this investigation was not triggered by any specific incident or concern but is part of a proactive oversight strategy regarding the company.

Boeing has faced multiple technical failures with its aircraft this year. In January, a Boeing 737 MAX 9 operated by Alaska Airlines experienced a cabin door malfunction shortly after takeoff, necessitating an emergency landing. Following this incident, the FAA initiated an investigation into Boeing.

In February, a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 encountered issues during a landing at a New Jersey airport when the rudder pedal became stuck while taxiing on the runway. Additionally, on September 30, the National Transportation Safety Board reported that at least 40 foreign airlines operating Boeing 737 aircraft may be using problematic rudder actuators, which poses a safety risk.

According to the Associated Press, the Department of Transportation’s Inspector General recently stated that the FAA has failed to promptly identify and address issues during its oversight of Boeing. This includes ensuring that parts produced by Boeing and its suppliers meet engineering and design specifications.