I want to know the answer to the following question:
How many planes were allowed to be operated commercially although not in compliance with FAA safety regulations?
All the background I'm provided with is that "Jim Oberstar, former chairman of the committee said its investigation uncovered a pattern of regulatory abuse and widespread regulatory lapses, allowing 117 aircraft to be operated commercially although not in compliance with FAA safety rules.". Is that enough to answer the question?
Answer: yes