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FAA orders inspections of 60 US Boeing 787s over fuel-tank ignition risk

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The FAA has ordered inspections of fuel-tank sealant on 60 Boeing 787s registered in the United States, citing a potential explosion risk if lightning strikes ignite fuel vapors. The directive puts attention on a specific aircraft-system vulnerability and the inspection work required to address it.

Discovered 2026-11-03T11:34:20.779332-08:00 | 2026-11-03T11:34:20.779332-08:00

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  • The FAA action covers 60 US-registered 787s and requires checks of fuel-tank sealant tied to a potential lightning-strike ignition risk.
  • The issue links lightning protection and fuel-tank integrity to fleet safety and compliance; the article does not specify inspection timing or operational impact.

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