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01-06-2024, 09:55 AM

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Max 9s to be Grounded

This could throw a wrench into trips this weekend.
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/01/06/boei...midflight.html

01-06-2024, 10:08 AM

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FAA twitter says certain max 9's so maybe not all of them?
https://twitter.com/FAANews/status/1743692471559651513

01-06-2024, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by hamsandwich

FAA twitter says certain max 9's so maybe not all of them?
https://twitter.com/FAANews/status/1743692471559651513

You're probably right, the other article updated as well, it's for ~170 Max 9s world wide. United has about 30 of them delivered in the last year (out of a total of 80), I would guess it won't go further back than that. It also may be a quick inspection that won't keep them down long.

01-06-2024, 10:55 AM

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Cheap isn't cheap.

Maybe going all in on 737 MAXs is a bad idea. Mayyyyyybe 320 series or even 220s would be a better way to diversify. The American aerospace industry has been a disaster...

01-06-2024, 11:02 AM

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It looks like initially "all 737 MAX 9 are grounded UFN" ... but things are changing rapidly.

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Originally Posted by 6ix9ineYearFlow

Cheap isn't cheap.

Maybe going all in on 737 MAXs is a bad idea. Mayyyyyybe 320 series or even 220s would be a better way to diversify. The American aerospace industry has been a disaster...

I can't say I disagree. I'm partial to the Airbus, they have had their issues, too, but Boeing QC seems to be problematic lately. 50/50ish Boeing/Airbus seems to make sense -- I know Boeing is basically giving away MAXs and it was smart for United to tie up their order book. However, this is the shiz we continue to deal with.

I'd love to see United get A220s; the small jet market is working well for Delta, so 220-100s, 220-300s, and even 220-500s [should they ever develop and certify them] would be a great way to move away from Boeing b.s.

01-06-2024, 11:02 AM

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Well, at least the MAX has an EICAS and no issues with its engine anti ice...

01-06-2024, 11:12 AM

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Well, at least the MAX has an EICAS and no issues with its engine anti ice...

That one astounded me - no auto a-ice, but if you leave it on, it could shred your nacelle, breach the pressure vessel, and cause a rapid d... no big deal, be careful...