Series of breakdowns continues - Boeing aircraft loses another wheel after take-off
Shortly after takeoff from Los Angeles, a Boeing 757-200 aircraft lost a wheel. The plane landed safely at its destination, Denver, despite this, United Airlines announced on Monday (local time).
"The wheel was recovered in Los Angeles and we are investigating the cause of the incident," United Airlines stated. There were no injuries reported among the 174 passengers and seven crew members.
Boeing under immense pressure due to safety concerns
This was the second time in a few months that a Boeing plane from United Airlines lost a wheel. In March, a 777-aircraft lost a wheel shortly after takeoff from San Francisco, resulting in an emergency landing.
Boeing has been under immense pressure due to safety concerns regarding its aircraft for some time. A notable controversy arose in January when a 737 MAX 9 from Alaska Airlines experienced an in-flight cabin door detachment, forcing an emergency landing.
On Monday, the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered inspections of over 2,600 Boeing-737 aircraft due to potential issues with the emergency oxygen system.
"Despite the recent incident, United Airlines continues to operate Boeing 757-200 aircraft, such as the one involved in the wheel loss incident in Los Angeles."
"Boeing is facing scrutiny once again, as United Airlines operates another Boeing aircraft, this time a 737, which is now subject to inspections ordered by the FAA due to potential emergency oxygen system issues."
