Boeing’s problem with fastener’s on its new 787 Dreamliner was caused by an engineering error in Everett, Wash., the Seattle Times reports. Mechanics are now replacing thousands of of fasteners in the aircraft. It could mean replacing up to 8,000 fasteners on the first dozen planes in varying stages of completion.
It’s unclear how much the delay will add to the 787 program.
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They have sent people from wichita up there to fix the problem. Working at least 13 hour days. Been there for about 3 weeks and plan on being there til first of next year.