FAA Enforces Safety Measure for Boeing 787 Dreamliner Seats

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has implemented an airworthiness directive for Boeing 787 Dreamliners after an incident wherein a LATAM Airlines aircraft experienced a sudden dive, injuring over 50 passengers. The issue was traced to an uncommanded movement of the captain's seat. Similar issues have been previously reported.

In response to a troubling mid-air incident involving a LATAM Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on Monday the adoption of an airworthiness directive aimed at addressing a critical safety concern.

The March incident, which resulted in a sudden dive and injuries to over 50 passengers, was attributed to the uncommanded movement of the captain's seat that led to the autopilot's disconnection. The FAA noted there have been five such reports involving the captain and first officer's seats, with the most recent occurring in June.

The directive requires airlines operating Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 models to inspect the seat switches without delay. Boeing and LATAM Airlines have yet to comment on the new directive.

(With inputs from agencies.)