The FAA has ordered airlines to inspect hundreds of Boeing 787 Dreamliners due to a troubling mid-air incident that injured dozens when pilots' seats experienced unexpected movements.
Investigations into the March 11 incident revealed that the captain's seat moved forward unexpectedly, causing LATAM Flight 800 to plunge 400 feet while en route, resulting in injuries to 50 passengers.
The FAA emphasized that the uncommanded horizontal movement of an occupied seat could lead to serious in-flight safety risks, warranting immediate inspection and corrective measures from operators.
In light of the incident on LATAM Flight 800, the FAA highlighted the inherent dangers of seat movements in the cockpit, which can result in pilots losing control of the aircraft.
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