Quantcast

American Airlines repairs gunfire-struck Boeing 737 MAX 8 in five days

Travelers are taking extreme measures and using hacks to avoid airline baggage fees
Pigeons Cause Chaos on Delta Flight
United Airlines’ Uniforms Get A Facelift—And A Political Filter
United Continues to Face Catering Chaos at San Francisco
Passenger Stows Away on Delta Flight from New York to Paris
Wizz Air becomes first airline to operate P&W-powered Airbus A321XLR jet
Hawaiian Airlines’ new ‘no show’ policy may make travel more expensive
BLIMP-SE OF THE FUTURE Luxury zeppelins of the future from ‘flying bum’ world’s largest aircraft to Google billionaire’s ‘impossible’ airship
Swiss Startup SmartFlyer Develops Hybrid-Electric Trainer
San Francisco-based entrepreneur takes a trip on India's worst-rated airline, his reaction will surprise you
First-Time Flyer at 81: A Grandmother's Memorable Journey
Ryanair forecasts fare rebound as consumers recover from interest-rate hit
Global Airlines Launches Inaugural Flight, Aiming to Revive 'Golden Age of Travel'
Winning routes: American Airlines adds more than 22,000 seats for football fans following release of 2025–2026 pro schedule
Boeing scores Middle East plane deal during Trump visit
Air travel will be ‘worse’ this summer, lawmakers warn — as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Qatar Airways places record $96 billion Boeing order amid Trump visit
United Airlines CEO Reassures Passengers About Newark Airport Safety
American Testing Tech to Help Passengers Make Connecting Flights
British Airways to use AI in efforts to improve operations
American Airlines Tests New Tech to Help Passengers With Tight Connections During Summer Rush
Flight Diverted After Pregnant Woman on Board Goes into Labor and Delivers Her Baby: Report
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says "this is the most optimistic I've been in my entire career about finally getting the FAA fixed"
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Unveils Plan to Build Brand New, State-of-the-Art Air Traffic Control System
Passenger rushing for next flight can't believe what woman next to her does
Why fuel price crash won’t make flying cheaper
Kristi Noem says travelers without Real ID will still be able to fly after deadline
Frontier Airlines Announces New Routes Launching This Summer, Connecting Baltimore With Chicago O’Hare and Trenton, N.J. With Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Airlines in North America prioritize investments in cyber, AI
The evolution of the airline uniform — a cross check
American Airlines repairs gunfire-struck Boeing 737 MAX 8 in five days
Policy
Webp received 1828033968038695
American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 | Official Website

American Airlines faced a peculiar challenge late last year involving its Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. After departing from Port-au-Prince, Haiti, the aircraft suffered gunfire damage, leading to its temporary grounding. Similar incidents affected other airlines like JetBlue and Spirit Airlines, which reported damage to their planes on the same day due to bullets.

“On Monday, November 11th, American Airlines flight 189 from Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP) to Miami International Airport (MIA) landed safely and uneventfully in Miami. Out of an abundance of caution, a post-flight inspection was completed, indicating the exterior of the aircraft had been impacted by a bullet. We are working closely with all relevant authorities to investigate this incident,” stated American Airlines.

The airline took the Boeing 737 MAX 8 out of service for five days to repair the damage. The aircraft resumed operations after a repair process that removed the damaged section of the fuselage and replaced it with new material. The repair process included consulting the structural repair manual, removing damaged metal, and inserting replacement plates.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

According to Flightradar24, the aircraft was taken out of service following several inspections which revealed the bullet damage. After maintenance in Miami, it operated flights between Miami, Martinique, and San Diego.

Repairing aircraft fuselage effectively requires careful consultation of repair manuals and structural assessments to maintain safety. A period of civil unrest and security concerns in Haiti led American Airlines, JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, and ultimately the Federal Aviation Administration, to suspend flights to the country.

American Airlines' Boeing 737 MAX 8 plays a significant role in its operations, with the airline fleet comprising 73 MAX 8 aircraft. The aircraft configuration includes 16 first-class seats and 148 economy seats. American Airlines' two-class layout features Main Cabin Extra and Main Cabin seats, which provide different levels of comfort based on pitch and recline space.

JetBlue and Spirit Airlines have also suspended flights to Haiti due to security concerns. JetBlue reported that its aircraft was struck by a bullet on November 11, landing safely at New York’s JFK Airport. Spirit Airlines suspended operations indefinitely after a flight attendant was injured during a similar incident in Port-au-Prince.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

British Airways is the leading foreign long-haul airline serving the United States.

Jun 5, 2025

United Airlines has completed a deal with the Chicago Department of Aviation to acquire five additional gates at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Jun 5, 2025

Boeing has reached a production milestone, achieving a monthly output of 38 737 MAX aircraft for the first time since 2020.

Jun 5, 2025

At 14:12 local time on June 2, an Allegiant Air Airbus A320 experienced engine failure shortly after taking off from Huntington Tri-State Airport.

Jun 5, 2025

The UK government has initiated a comprehensive airspace modernization program, marking the first significant update since the 1950s.

Jun 5, 2025

Global Airlines has addressed speculation about its future operations, denying any intention to operate as an ACMI carrier using Airbus A380 aircraft.

Jun 5, 2025