An American Airlines Boeing 777, carrying 249 passengers, was forced to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) due to a mechanical problem.
Flight AA 345, originating from Dallas, Fort Worth, landed safely at LAX around 8:45 PM local time on Wednesday, as reported by Mail Online.
Upon landing, all passengers and crew members disembarked using a jet bridge. Initial reports suggested a blown-out tyre as the cause of the emergency, according to KTLA.
This incident adds to a series of challenges faced by Boeing, the aircraft manufacturing giant, which has recently experienced safety concerns and emergency landings. Additionally, the tragic suicide of John Barnett, a former quality manager at Boeing’s North Charleston plant, further compounds the company’s woes.
In related incidents, a United Airlines Boeing 777 flying from San Francisco to Japan also made an emergency landing at LAX earlier this week due to a tyre issue. Another Boeing jet had to land at LAX after departing from San Francisco due to hydraulic problems just days prior.
Boeing responded to a federal audit by announcing measures to address manufacturing procedure violations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reviewed Boeing’s processes following an incident involving a detached panel during an Alaska Airlines flight.
The FAA revealed shortcomings in 33 of 89 production aspects at Boeing’s Renton, Washington plant. This news has impacted Boeing’s stock price, which has declined by over ten per cent in the past week.
The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns in the aviation industry and efforts to address them. Authorities are working to ensure the safety and reliability of air travel for passengers worldwide.
