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FAA mandates inspections for selected Boeing 787 aircraft

Last observed 2026-11-08 · Confidence 99%

Canonical event record

What happened

The FAA issued additional inspection requirements for selected Boeing 787-8, 787-9 and 787-10 aircraft involving center wing fuel-tank sealant.

Why it matters: Operators must add compliance work to maintenance planning; the directive addresses a potential fuel-tank ignition risk without requiring a fleet-wide grounding.

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