Chicago, IL – The United States’ FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has proposed United Airlines a fine of $435K for flying a non-airworthy aircraft.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner was serviced by United technicians on June 9th, 2014 – only two days following the crew’s initial report of problems with the fuel pump pressure switch. After the repair, however, United put the aircraft back into service rather than conducting a mandatory FAA inspection.

Photo: USA Today

The federal government reports the plane flew a total of 23 times before undergoing the mandatory inspection on June 28th, 2014.

The FAA and United Airlines representatives are set to meet to discuss the investigation and fine.

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