The European Aviation Safety Agency has not ruled out withdrawing safety certification for Boeing manufacturing sites if required. In discussions with Reuters, Luke Tytgat, Deputy Executive Board member of EASA, outlined that action would come only when justified by evidence of risk. The regulator emphasized that measures would be taken as needed, and that any rise in safety incidents would be carefully documented and analyzed to determine appropriate consequences for production processes.
At present, the European regulator does not acknowledge claims that the ongoing production lines at Boeing facilities are unsafe. The stance reflects a commitment to thorough evaluation and calibrated oversight rather than premature judgments about overall factory safety.
Under the transatlantic aviation framework, the United States Federal Aviation Administration and EASA share responsibilities for supervising aircraft factories and certifying the safety of production lines for major manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus. This collaborative approach ensures consistent safety standards across the Atlantic and supports mutual trust in the certification process.
Recent events have intensified scrutiny around Boeing, including a January incident involving a 737 MAX 9 that collided with a door on an Alaska Airlines aircraft during flight due to an unsecured latch. Investigators and regulators are examining how maintenance and production practices may have contributed to the issue and what preventative steps can be reinforced to avert similar faults in the future.
Earlier reports indicated that Boeing faced a higher rate of unsuccessful outcomes in some U.S. technical inspections. The company is closely monitored as regulators evaluate compliance, repair histories, and implementation of recommended actions across its production network. This ongoing oversight aims to ensure that all manufacturing stages meet stringent safety criteria and that any identified gaps are promptly addressed through corrective measures and transparent reporting.