American Airlines 737 MAX 8 Flies Home After Patched Bullet Damage

February 25, 2026

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Airlines Grounds Boeing 737 MAX 8 Amid Mysterious Puncture Discovery

American Airlines patched bullet damage on one of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 control surfaces after discovering it during a routine inspection in Medellín, Colombia. The aircraft was removed from service and ferried to Dallas for permanent repairs. According to CBS News, mechanics found both an entry and exit hole on the aileron near the trailing edge of one wing. American Airlines confirmed the damage in a statement, stating that it will work closely with relevant authorities to investigate this incident.

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American Airlines 737 MAX 8 Flies Home After Patched Bullet Damage

February 25, 2026

2 min read

Airlines Grounds Boeing 737 MAX 8 Amid Mysterious Puncture Discovery

American Airlines patched bullet damage on one of its Boeing 737 MAX 8 control surfaces after discovering it during a routine inspection in Medellín, Colombia. The aircraft was removed from service and ferried to Dallas for permanent repairs. According to CBS News, mechanics found both an entry and exit hole on the aileron near the trailing edge of one wing. American Airlines confirmed the damage in a statement, stating that it will work closely with relevant authorities to investigate this incident.

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