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A federal investigation is underway into how a Southwest Airlines passenger jet suffered substantial damage after experiencing a rare phenomenon known as a Dutch roll at almost 38,000 feet. Flight N8825Q, a Boeing 737 Max carrying 175 passengers and six crew, was traveling from Phoenix to Oakland on May 25 when its tail began to yaw or wag left and right while the aircraft's wings rocked side to side.
A preliminary report from the FAA said the aircraft 'experienced a Dutch roll, regained control and post flight inspection revealed the damage to the standby PCU,' referring to the power-control unit. The plane managed to land safely in Oakland and no injuries were reported.
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