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Labor complaint reveals allegations of Boeing retaliation against two workers: A union representing Boeing engineers alleges the plane maker retaliated against ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
Buttigieg says Boeing can't boost 737 MAX production without improving quality
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Boeing retaliated against its own engineers working for FAA, union says: Boeing's engineering union alleges management retaliated against two engineers ...
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Boeing Earnings: Planemaker Is Burning Through Its Cash. That’s Good.: The planemaker is finally willing to spend what it takes to fix its supply chain and ...
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Boeing to give $425 million advance payments to Spirit - Latest News: Boeing is giving subcontractor Spirit Aerosystems $425 million in advance payments so it ...
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Boeing’s $3.9 billion cash burn adds urgency to revival plan: Boeing ended the reporting period with $7.5 billion in cash and short-term securities ...
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Archer Aviation aims to start electric air taxi trials in India next year: Archer Aviation , backed by Stellantis and Boeing , aims to begin trials of its ...
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Quick Glance: Archer Aviation Plans to Start Electric Air Taxi Trials in India Next Year
- Archer Aviation, backed by Stellantis and Boeing, aims to begin trials of its electric air taxi in India next year, ahead of a planned commercial launch in 2026.
- The company is working with India's aviation watchdog to get the necessary regulatory approvals for trials in the country.
- Archer and InterGlobe will, in a joint venture, own and operate 200 of the 'Midnight' aircraft, providing services in India's capital New Delhi, and Mumbai and Bengaluru cities.
- The electric aircraft can carry four passengers and a pilot for up to 100 miles, covering the same distance in 7 minutes that would take 60-90 minutes by car in New Delhi.
New Boeing Whistleblower Claims 787 Fuselage Could Fall Apart Midflight: "That's not how you build a plane," the engineer told reporters Tuesday.
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Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Warns of 787 Fuselage Failure
- The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a Boeing engineer’s claims that the company took manufacturing shortcuts on two wide-body jets, with potentially catastrophic outcomes.
- Sam Salehpour went public in a New York Times story, describing how he believes sections of the 787 Dreamliner fuselage are improperly fastened together.
- Salehpour’s allegations are the latest dip in a turbulent period for the airplane manufacturing giant, which has been dealing with other issues including past crashes and quality control problems.
Alaska Airlines Planes Grounded Nationwide: Everything We Know: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop advisory for Alaska Airlines ...
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WATCH: Boeing whistleblower testifies before Senate Homeland Security committee: An engineer at Boeing said Wednesday that the aircraft company ...
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NTSB conducting new interviews with Boeing on 737 MAX 9 door plug probe: The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting a new round of interviews with ...
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Quick Glance: NTSB's Investigation Update on Boeing 737 MAX 9 Door Plug Incident
- The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting a new round of interviews with Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration this week as part of its probe into the in-flight emergency on the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 in January.
- NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy revealed that investigators were back at the 737 plant in Renton, Washington, this week for more interviews.
- Boeing has declined to comment on the interviews, stating that required documents detailing the removal of the door plug in the Alaska Airlines plane were never created.
- The NTSB plans to hold a public investigative hearing regarding the Alaska Airlines incident in August, which will include testimony from employees at Boeing, fuselage manufacturer Spirit AeroSystems, and others like Alaska Airlines.
Boeing needs "drastic cultural overhaul," analyst says: Boeing will once again reset its leadership in the wake of safety issues.
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Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Boeing whistleblower raises concerns over safety of 787 Dreamliner jets: Federal officials are investigating Boeing again after a whistleblower raised concerns ...
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Maintenance staff shortage could clip aviation industry’s wings | kuwaittimes: Maintenance staff shortage could clip aviation industry’s wings - Business - NEW ...
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How bad is Boeing's 2024 so far? Here's a timeline: The aircraft-maker has faced renewed scrutiny this year, mostly going back to an incident when a rear door ...
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There’s Only One Thing That’s Soothed My Fear of Flying. It’s Pretty Horrible.: Watching Sully ruined my life. Then I found an unexpected solution.
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As aviation industry becomes butt of jokes, officials stress flying is safe: While Boeing faces serious challenges, there’s no sign incidents are on the rise -- ...
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Boeing’s turbulence is a threat to the entire aviation industry: The aircraft manufacturer is fighting to ensure its own survival as it grapples with a deepening ...
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What Has Happened to Boeing Since the 737 Max Crashes: A brief look at what has happened to Boeing since the deadly 2018 and 2019 crashes and the recent Alaska ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower’s Legal Battle Could Continue Posthumously, Lawyer Asserts
- A whistleblower and former Boeing inspector who passed away before his case concluded could have his matter heard posthumously, as per a legal expert.
- Barnett's death should not halt the claim, as his estate could step in as the complainant, stated whistleblower attorney Stephen Kohn.
- Boeing denied retaliating against Barnett but failed to dismiss the plaintiff's case.
- Barnett's attorneys urged local police to continue investigating despite the coroner's initial ruling.
F.A.A. Audit of Boeing’s 737 Max Production Found Dozens of Issues: The company failed 33 of 89 audits during an examination conducted by the Federal Aviation ...
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United Airlines Stock Rises as Profit Forecast Tempers Boeing Concerns (UAL, BA): United Airlines Holdings Inc.’s shares rose after the carrier forecast ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: United Airlines cuts 2024 aircraft delivery plan
- United Airlines has reduced its aircraft delivery expectations for the year due to Boeing delays.
- The company plans to lease 35 Airbus A321neos in 2026 and 2027.
- United Airlines incurred a $200 million loss due to the temporary grounding of the Boeing 737 Max 9 in January.
- The company exceeded Wall Street's expectations for the first quarter.
Boeing Under Pressure From FAA, Capitol Hill, Wall Street Over Latest 737 Issue: As Boeing faces two hearings on Capitol Hill and an earnings report ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/boeing-under-pressure-from-faa-capitol-hill-wall-street-over-latest-737-issue
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Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun could still net millions of dollars in his departure: Dennis Muilenburg, his predecessor, left with a $62 million payout amid other ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Boeing's Customer-Driven Leadership Shift
- A revolt by U.S. airline executives led to the removal of Boeing's top leadership, including CEO Dave Calhoun, following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines aircraft.
- U.S. airlines are advocating for significant changes at Boeing, emphasizing the need for an experienced industry professional to be selected as CEO.
- Responding to customer demands, Boeing underwent a comprehensive personnel restructuring and committed to reestablishing the company's direction.
- Boeing's clients, particularly U.S. airlines, pressed for a change in leadership, seeking enhanced safety and reliability from the aircraft manufacturer.
After a recent tour of Boeing’s facilities following several high profile issues with the company, FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker speaks to Lester Holt in ... Show more
Boeing has been given a 90-day deadline by the US Federal Aviation Administration to address its 'systemic quality control issues' after an expert panel found ... Show more
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The Texas attorney general is investigating a key Boeing supplier and asking about diversity
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Boeing given 90 days by FAA to come up with a plan to improve safety and manufacturing quality
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Quick Glance: FAA Gives Boeing 90 Days to Fix Quality Control Issues
- Boeing has 90 days to address quality control issues, according to the FAA.
- The Federal Aviation Administration demands real and profound improvements from Boeing.
- Critics say the issues at Boeing run deeper than just missing bolts.
- Boeing has pledged to slow down and enhance quality.
Boeing's Management Shakeup Is a Powerful Lesson in What Leaders Should Never, Ever Do
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FAA discovers more faults with Boeing planes, issues new safety guidelines - National | Globalnews.ca
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FAA Audit Finds Boeing Quality Control Failed in Alaska Air Incident: The FAA said that in order to hold Boeing accountable, it has halted production expansion ...
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New details from FAA audit of Boeing’s 737 MAX production reveal dozens of issues
nytimes.com/2024/03/11/us/politics/faa-audit-boeing-737-max.html
Boeing: Aviation giant displays crisis management at Asia's top airshow: The airshow is Boeing's first major aviation event since a mid-air incident on an Alaska ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing replaces 737 MAX program leader in restructuring
- In a strategic move, Boeing has replaced the leader of the 737 MAX program at its Renton plant and reorganized the leadership team of the Commercial Airplanes Division.
- These changes were communicated to employees this morning in a message from Stan Deal, the head of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
- Following an incident involving a Renton-assembled MAX 9 where a fuselage panel blew out during an Alaska Airlines flight, scrutiny on quality control at Boeing and its suppliers has intensified.
- Ed Clark, who previously served as the vice president of the MAX program and general manager of the Renton facility, will be departing the company and being succeeded by Katie Ringgold.
The FAA has identified more safety issues on Boeing’s 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner: The Federal Aviation Administration has flagged more safety issues for two ...
cnn.com/2024/03/01/business/faa-boeing-737-max-787-dreamliner-safety-issues/
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Alaska Airlines flight: Can’t find work records related to the door panel that blew out, says Boeing
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FAA gives Boeing 90 days to develop plan to address quality issues: Boeing must develop a comprehensive plan to address "systemic quality-control issues" within ...
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Boeing delivery delays could mean Ryanair fares rise 10%: Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary said the message he's getting from Boeing is "confusion ...
businessinsider.com/boeing-delivery-delays-could-mean-ryanair-fares-rise-10-2024-2
Paid articlePaid Boeing board shuts down shareholder bid to move HQ back to Seattle: Boeing is now headquartered in Virginia and the 737 Max factory is near Seattle ...
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Paid articlePaid Opinion | FAA Inspectors Won’t Fix Boeing: The company should focus on getting its manufacturing right.
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US FAA chief to raise quality practices with Boeing execs in Washington: The Federal Aviation Administration's top official said on Thursday he will discuss ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-faa-chief-raise-quality-practices-with-boeing-execs-washington-statement-2024-02-15/
The Federal Aviation Administration has put the company under intense scrutiny and recently ordered an audit of assembly lines at a Boeing factory near Seattle.
Boeing Efforts to Improve Safety Fall Short, FAA Says: Government and industry experts have completed a review of the plane maker’s safety practices after two ...
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Boeing (BA) Board Plans to Meet Top Airline Customers Without CEO Dave Calhoun: Boeing Co. directors plan to meet with top executives from some of their largest ...
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United Airlines Boeing plane loses external panel in flight: FAA investigating loss of panel before Boeing 737-800 landed safely in Oregon
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Quick Glance: Boeing 737 found missing panel after flight from California to Oregon
- A Boeing 737-800 was found to have a missing panel after a United Airlines flight arrived in southern Oregon.
- The plane landed safely in Medford without incidents, and the missing panel was discovered during an inspection.
- There have been multiple incidents involving Boeing aircraft in recent months, including one with an Alaska Airlines flight and an emergency landing.
- Another incident with Alaska Airlines resulted in a return to the airport due to cabin fumes, prompting medical evaluation of seven individuals.
Boeing Pledges Fundamental Change Amid 737 Crisis: A revamped master schedule supplier is one sign the company may be serious about addressing years of ...
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Paid articlePaid FAA audit could result in changes to 737 production schedule, Boeing exec says: A top Boeing (BA.N) executive on Wednesday urged suppliers to maintain the pace ...
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Rejects Hamas Ceasefire, Pursues Total Victory
- Netanyahu says total victory in Gaza is within reach, rejecting the latest offer from Hamas for a ceasefire to ensure the return of hostages.
- He renews a pledge to destroy the Palestinian Islamist movement, insisting that total victory is the only solution to the Gaza war.
- Hamas had proposed a ceasefire of four-and-a-half months, during which all hostages would go free and Israel would withdraw its troops from the Gaza Strip.
- A Hamas delegation would travel to Cairo on Thursday to pursue ceasefire talks with the mediators Egypt and Qatar.
Could a standalone non-profit be the answer to FAA oversight of Boeing?: The Federal Aviation Administration is exploring the use of an independent third-party ...
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FAA puts more ‘boots on the floor’ at Renton plant as Boeing slows work: The FAA is conducting intensive reviews at Boeing's Renton plant and at its supplier ...
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#FPVideo : Boeing's troubles are reaching new heights amidst back-to-back dangerous mishaps involving its aircraft. These episodes have raised questions about the ...
Lawmakers’ questions about the safety of Boeing’s airplanes had to compete with GOP complaints about airports that house migrants in a House hearing on ... Show more
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Why the FAA Still Can’t Fix Boeing: The current system relies on the plane maker, not regulators, to ensure that jets are produced properly ...
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Boeing to face ‘enormous’ scrutiny after mishaps: Buttigieg: Boeing has faced scrutiny from lawmakers, regulators and increasingly passengers after a series of ...
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FAA says 737 Max operator discovered loose bolts in rudder control system on plane in December
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Ex-Boeing Manager: I Would ‘Absolutely Not Fly a Max Airplane’ Right Now: “I would tell my family to avoid the Max. I would tell everyone, really ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing's Strategic Dilemma: Safety vs. Profits
- The company is facing pressure to demonstrate its commitment to safety to regulators, customers, and investors concerned about its financial performance.
- During the upcoming earnings report release, Dave Calhoun, Boeing's Chief Executive, is expected to address safety directly.
- Company executives are grappling with the decision to prioritize either safety or financial performance following a recent incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet.
- As Boeing prepares to report its fourth-quarter earnings, the issue of balancing safety and financial performance becomes increasingly critical amidst a significant safety crisis.
Boeing Stock Falls Again as Negative News Piles Up. Investors Are Tired.: Boeing stock was down in early trading Tuesday after Boeing failed 33 of 39 product ...
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Japan-bound US plane makes safe emergency landing in LA after losing tire on takeoff - The Mainichi
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Quick Glance: Tire Detaches from United Airlines Plane
- Debris from the tire landed in an employee parking lot at the airport.
- United Airlines Flight 35 safely landed in Los Angeles after losing a tire during takeoff.
- The flight lost a portion of the landing gear tire during takeoff and was diverted to Los Angeles.
- There were no injuries, although at least one car in the parking lot was damaged.
Boeing is withholding key details about door plug on Alaska 737 Max 9 jet, NTSB says
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Quick Glance: Boeing withholding crucial details on Alaska 737 Max 9 door plug
- The NTSB states that Boeing is withholding vital information to clarify the incident involving a door plug on an Alaska 737 Max 9.
- Boeing has not disclosed who is responsible for improperly attaching the door plug near Seattle.
- The NTSB is unable to determine who opened and closed the door plug, despite requesting documentation from Boeing.
- Boeing has suggested that there may be no records of the door plug removal, raising concerns about quality control.
The Daily Life of a Repair Station: A look at these businesses reveals the state of modern aircraft maintenance—from the individual owner to a global scale.
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Boeing fails 33 of 89 FAA inspections in 737 Max probe: Audit finds 97 alleged violations throughout production process.
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Alaska Airlines returns Boeing Max 9 to the air: What you should know about flying on one
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🔊 Officials say they are stepping up safety checks on Boeing planes after January’s mid-flight blowout of a panel. @davidshepardson talks us through the FAA ...
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FAA audit faults Boeing for 'multiple instances' of quality control shortcomings: The findings, part of a six-week audit by the FAA, singled out both Boeing and ...
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Quick Glance: Boeing Plans Acquisition of Spirit Aero and Delays Production Hikes
- Boeing is in talks to buy its former subsidiary Spirit AeroSystems and is delaying plans to increase 737 aircraft production due to a crisis triggered by a mid-air incident.
- Boeing is struggling with quality issues resulting from years of decentralization of production capacities and loss of experienced workers. Reintegrating Spirit AeroSystems could address some of these quality problems and give Boeing more manufacturing control.
- The US Federal Aviation Administration has prevented Boeing from increasing 737 MAX production, leading Boeing to postpone production increases until 2024 and 2025.
- Spirit AeroSystems is facing cash flow problems and quality issues with fuselages for Boeing's 737 narrowbody jets. The opportunity to acquire Spirit could help Boeing address these issues.
A flying car startup backed by a key SpaceX investor has almost 3,000 pre-orders: Alef Areonautics' Model A has a lot of early fans for its $300 ...
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Paid articlePaid FAA audit could result in changes to 737 production schedule, Boeing exec says: A top Boeing executive on Wednesday urged suppliers to maintain the pace of the ...
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The Federal Aviation Administration said the agency's 737 MAX production audit into Boeing and supplier Spirit AeroSystems found multiple instances where the ... Show more
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Rivian Slashes 100 More Jobs As Cost-Cutting Continues: Plus, the FAA accuses Boeing of missing quality control checks in 737 Max production ...
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Hands-on US aviation regulator flies into a new Boeing storm: FAA head Mike Whitaker must also navigate air traffic control, safety and funding challenges
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40 Boeing jets have been inspected as investigations continue into midair blowout, US officials say
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Boeing Stock Gains as FAA Weighs In on Safety: The FAA is looking for Boeing to produce a comprehensive plan to improve safety and quality within 90 days.
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Boeing Safety Culture Found ‘Inadequate and Confusing’ by FAA: Boeing Co. was faulted for an “inadequate and confusing” safety culture in a long-awaited report ...
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Behind Boeing’s persistent problems is the erosion of a valuable corporate culture, James Surowiecki writes. theatln.tc/QAIJxJ5D
Quick Glance: Boeing's Culture Shift
- The erosion of a valuable corporate culture is behind the 737 Max's persistent problems.
- Two catastrophic crashes in 2018 and 2019 resulted in a total of 346 fatalities.
- Deliveries of the Max 8 version were delayed due to problems with a key supplier's installation.
- Boeing's reputation for safety and excellence has suffered due to the culture shift.
Who Will Rid Us of This Cursed Plane?: Despite its problems, Boeing’s troubled 737 Max isn’t going anywhere. The fact is that very few people actually pay ...
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Quick Glance: Alaska Airlines Incident and Aviation Safety
- An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft made an emergency landing in the US after a cabin panel blew off, causing a hole in the aircraft's fuselage.
- The FAA ordered an inquiry and passengers filed a class action lawsuit against Boeing.
- Discussions and speculations about the flight safety and the Alaska Airlines incident are ongoing.
- The NTSB received reports of warning lights on other Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft before the incident.
'Cozy' relationship between Boeing and the U.S. draws scrutiny amid 737 Max 9 mess
npr.org/2024/01/19/1225466035/boeing-737-max-faa-door-plug-alaska-crashes-ntsb
Will Boeing stock recover? Follow the company's tailspin after door plug disaster
usatoday.com/story/graphics/2024/01/18/boeing-stock-charted-after-737-grounding/72254381007/
FAA halts Boeing 737 production expansion; allows MAX 9 to fly: The Federal Aviation Administration said on Wednesday that it would not allow Boeing (BA ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/faa-says-boeing-737-max-9-planes-can-return-service-after-inspections-2024-01-24/
FAA wants door plugs checked on hundreds of earlier generation Boeing 737-model jets
usatoday.com/story/graphics/2024/01/23/boeing-737-max-9-faa-inspections/72311142007/
Quick Glance: Recommendation for Boeing Door Plugs Inspection
- Visual inspections of the Boeing 737-900ER are recommended.
- Following an incident with a door plug during the ascent of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9, the FAA is advising airlines to inspect another model of Boeing aircraft.
- The FAA issued a statement recommending operators of the Boeing 737-900ER to 'visually inspect mid-exit door plugs to ensure the door is properly secured.'
- Boeing stated its full support for 'the FAA and our customers in this action.'
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