Model Airplanes

It’s far from clear skies ahead for Boeing’s troubled 737 planes.

After a joint investigation by Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration, over 300 Boeing 737 jets, including the controversial MAX models, have been identified as having faulty parts in their wings, according to statements from both Boeing and the FAA.

“Boeing is working with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and has contacted 737 operators advising them to inspect the slat track assemblies on certain airplanes,” Boeing’s statement read. “One batch of slat tracks with specific lot numbers produced by a supplier was found to have a potential nonconformance. If operators find the parts in question, they are to replace them with new ones before returning the airplane to service.”

Slats are pieces on the front of the wing and move along a track to create lift. They are most pivotal during take-off and landing.

The company said it believes 20 737 MAX and 21 737 NG

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McGregor, Thomas A., Jr., – 85, of Egg Harbor City, On May 29, 2019 of Egg Harbor City, NJ. Age 85 years. Beloved husband of Lydia K. (née Calilao). Devoted father of Catherine Cromlish (Ray), Deborah Koetter (Thomas), Stephen McGregor (Diana), Thomas A. McGregor, III (Nicole) , Holly McGregor-Holloway, Hope J. McGregor, Matthew Kay (Erin), and the late Jennifer McGregor. Dear brother of Richard McGregor and the late Robert McGregor. Proud grandfather of Deborah, Marybess, Rachael, Joshua, Jeffrey, Jacob, Brandon, Angelina, Emilie, Alexis, Cassidi, Elisabeth, Caleb, Chloe, Levi and the late David. Great grandfather of 11. Tom was employed as service manager of RK Chevrolet for many years, he was service director in several car dealerships in Atlantic and Camden Counties. He was Councilman Director of Public Safety in Berlin, NJ. Tom was a devoted loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle. He was a member of Square Circle Sportsman Club and his many hobbies included playing the trumpet and model planes, trains and automobiles. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Wednesday June 5th 10:00AM-11:00AM at the Port Community Church 118 Main St. Port Republic, NJ 08241. Funeral service immediately following at the church. Interment in the church cemetery, Port Republic Cemetery, Port Republic, NJ. In lieu of flowers contributions to Port Community Church 118 Main St. PO Box 243 Port Republic, NJ 08241 would be appreciated. Arrangements under the direction of COSTANTINO FUNERAL HOME 231 W. WHITE HORSE PIKE BERLIN, NJ 08009. For

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