Originally Posted by
flyguy81
WTF does the plug door have to do with the -7? That’s some weird logic if true….-7 doesn’t have a plug door so isn’t affected by that manufacturing line.
Because the day before Alaska's event, Boeing submitting for relief from the FAA for the engine anti-ice issue to be granted to the -7. The same relief allowing the -8 and -9 to continue flying. Couple weeks later, Boeing rescinded that request and here we are. That is why the door plug impacted the -7s entry into service.