FAA probing suspect titanium parts used in some Boeing and Airbus jets
Fuselage maker Spirit AeroSystems said documents for some aircraft parts that entered production were falsified.
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FAA probes flight that plunged off Hawaiian coast
CBS News has learned that the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a Southwest flight in April that plunged off the coast of Hawaii, coming within several hundred feet of the ocean.
FAA probes suspect titanium, and other headlines
Here are some of the top headlines of Friday, including an FAA investigation into whether counterfeit titanium is being used in parts on some Boeing and Airbus planes, the search for a Los Angeles man who went missing while hiking on a Greek Island, and a warning from the CDC about a salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons. Kris Van Cleave, Carter Evans and Dave Malkoff report.
Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max goes into "Dutch roll" during U.S. flight
Federal officials are investigating after a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max went into a "Dutch roll" on a flight from Phoenix to Oakland.
Southwest flight experienced "Dutch roll"
The FAA and NTSB are investigating a May 25 incident in which a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max went into a motion known as a "Dutch roll" during a flight from Phoenix to Oakland. The plane landed safely. Separately, the FAA is investigating whether falsified documents may have been provided for titanium sold to Boeing and Airbus.
Boeing shares plan to address aircraft safety after midair blowout
Regulators required company to produce turnaround plan after jetliner suffered blowout of fuselage panel during Alaska Airlines flight in January.
How inflation could impact Memorial Day plans
Memorial Day travel is already underway for many Americans. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave details the fluctuating costs of vacationing this year.
Turbulence can be dangerous. Here's what causes it and how to stay safe.
Turbulence, which causes planes to suddenly jolt while in flight, is considered a fairly normal occurrence.
Senate passes FAA reauthorization bill ahead of deadline
The bill stalled earlier this week after senators from Virginia and Maryland objected to a provision that would allow an additional 10 flights a day to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Engine part falls off Boeing plane, strikes wing flap during takeoff
A Southwest Airlines flight returned to Denver International Airport on Sunday after an engine cowling fell off the Boeing plane during takeoff.
FAA probing close call between Southwest flight, air traffic control tower
The FAA is looking into a Southwest flight that veered off course while on approach to land at New York's LaGuardia Airport and may have buzzed the air traffic control tower.
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"It's going to be hectic but fun. Go with the mindset that it's going to be busy and pack light," said one aviation expert.
Boeing board sees shakeup amid safety probes
Boeing announced Monday that its CEO, Dave Calhoun, will step down at the end of the year. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave explains what the news means for the aviation giant.
Boeing CEO steps down
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun and its head of the commercial airplanes division, Stan Deal, are both out following a series of safety incidents with the company's planes. United Airlines is also facing scrutiny from the FAA. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
FAA reviewing United Airlines
The Federal Aviation Administration is taking a closer look at United Airlines following a series of safety incidents. The company acknowledged the probe in a memo to staff. Elise Preston reports.
Boeing fails large portion of FAA audit as investigators probe recent incident
New details about another FAA audit of the production of 737 Max 9 planes reveal that Boeing failed a large portion of the evaluation.
Boeing plane was missing key bolts, NTSB says
An initial report from the National Transportation Safety Board found the plane that experienced a door blowout in the air likely left the factory without several key bolts being installed. Kris Van Cleave reports.
FAA chief promises "more boots on the ground" to track Boeing
The plane manufacturer's employees are being encouraged to use a FAA hotline to report any safety concerns, the agency's leader says.
FAA chief pledges to hold Boeing accountable for safety violations
The new FAA chief says the agency will use more people to monitor aircraft manufacturing and hold Boeing accountable for any safety violations.
At least 3 people killed when small plane crashes into Florida mobile home
The victims included the pilot and two people on the ground, officials said.
Aircraft laser strike reports soar to record high in 2023, FAA says
Laser incidents have soared since 2020 — more than doubling in three years, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
A look at the 737 Max 9 inspection process
Alaska Airlines has begun returning its fleet of Boeing 737 Max 9s to service after a door blew off mid-flight earlier in January. Kris Van Cleave got an inside look at the airline's inspection process for the grounded planes.
A look into Alaska Airlines' inspection process for Boeing 737 Max 9 planes
Alaska Airlines gave CBS News an exclusive look at how inspections are carried out on the door panels of Boeing 737 Max 9 planes after one blew off mid-air in early January.
Flying on a Boeing 737 Max 9? Here's what to know.
The grounded Boeing jets are coming back into service at Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
FAA wants comments on plane seat size
CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave continues his reporting on the shrinking size of airplane seats. He interviewed passengers as the FAA opened a comment portal for the public.
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