Reported issues with Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner assembly line have been said to stem from the company’s manufacturing process which allows mechanics to sign-off on their own work, according to Boeing workers. The company has also faced criticism for its handling of safety issues, including a fatal crash in Japan last year that killed seven people. Workers said that 90% of the manufacturing process was self-checked to speed production, and that most of the issues were spotted by other workers prior to delivery to customers.
Reported issues with Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner assembly line have been said to stem from the company’s manufacturing process which allows mechanics to sign-off on their own work, according to Boeing workers. The errors were said to include debris in sensors and planes, loose cabin seats, cut tires, untested gears and faulty hydraulics systems. Workers said that 90% of the manufacturing process was self-checked to speed production, and that most of the issues were spotted by other workers prior to delivery to customers.