The Professional Footballers' Association intervened but it seems the situation has been resolved by Newcastle increasing their bid.

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He said federal authorities are "simply taking Boeing's word for it" that the problem has been resolved and by delegating certification authority.

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While the statement headed off the short term crisis, it's not clear that the Dafydd El problem has been resolved.

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