News / B737 problems could hit freighter conversions if not quickly resolved

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The latest incident involving a Boeing 737-9 MAX has resulted in the temporary grounding of 171 aircraft, but if the problem is not resolved soon, it could also have repercussions for freighter conversions.

On Friday, Alaska Airlines’ flight 1282 was forced to return to Portland International Airport for an emergency landing shortly after take-off, after part of the fuselage fell off as the plane was climbing.

The ‘plug’, a panel inserted into the frame to fill an opening for an additional exit ...