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"Boeing's Oversight Failures: Maintenance Issues Lead to Safety Concerns"
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) chair, Jennifer Homendy, revealed that Boeing overwrote surveillance footage of the repair facility where a door plug was reinstalled before a blowout on an Alaska Airlines flight. The NTSB is still unable to identify the Boeing employees who worked on the failed door plug, as Boeing claims to have no records of the work being performed. The NTSB will hold an investigative hearing in August to determine the cause of the incident.
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Boeing Accused of Withholding Key Information in NTSB Investigation
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The chair of the National Transportation Safety Board criticized Boeing for failing to provide crucial records and information about a mid-air incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 9. The company has not disclosed details about the repair job that preceded the incident, including the individuals involved and security footage. Lawmakers expressed outrage at Boeing's lack of cooperation, and the Federal Aviation Administration has given the company 90 days to address quality-control issues.
"Implementing Vision Zero: Overcoming Obstacles to Safer Road Designs"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
A decade after the adoption of Vision Zero in the U.S., the goal of eliminating traffic fatalities remains elusive, with some successes but many challenges. While some cities have seen a drop in roadway fatalities and have successfully implemented Vision Zero principles, others continue to struggle, facing pushback from residents and drivers, as well as obstacles from state rules. Despite efforts to lower speed limits, make streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, and redesign dangerous intersections, the fight to end traffic deaths remains an uphill battle, with the ultimate goal still seeming far off.
"NTSB Investigates Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Incident on Alaska Airlines Flight"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 was forced to make an emergency landing after a cabin panel blew off midair, causing a hole in the fuselage and cabin depressurization. The incident led to the temporary grounding of 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets worldwide for inspection. The plane involved was relatively new, having been in service for just eight weeks. Past safety concerns of the 737 Max series included two fatal crashes that led to a worldwide grounding for nearly two years. The recent incident has prompted various international airlines to ground their 737 Max 9 aircraft for inspections in compliance with the FAA directive.
"Boeing 737 Max Grounded After Door Incident and Emergency Landings Rattle Alaska Airlines Flights"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
The FAA has grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for inspections after an Alaska Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing due to a door blowing off, causing rapid decompression. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, with no serious injuries reported among the 171 passengers and crew. The NTSB is investigating the accident, which could have been more tragic had the plane reached a higher altitude. The directive affects 171 aircraft globally, and the specific plane involved was delivered by Boeing in October.
"FAA Grounds Boeing 737 Max Fleet for Inspections After Alaska Airlines Emergency Landing"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered the grounding of some Boeing 737 Max 9 jets for inspections after an Alaska Airlines plane experienced a midair emergency, losing part of its fuselage. The incident, which occurred shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, prompted the FAA to mandate checks on a "mid-cabin door plug" on approximately 171 planes. The inspections are expected to take between four to eight hours per aircraft. This comes after a history of issues with Boeing's Max aircraft, including two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019 involving the Max 8 model, leading to a worldwide grounding and subsequent design changes. The recent incident adds to ongoing safety concerns surrounding the Boeing 737 Max series.
"Boeing 737 Max Crisis Escalates with Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Emergencies"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 experienced a panel blowout at 16,000 feet, leading to rapid cabin decompression. Fortunately, no one was seated in the adjacent seats, and the aircraft was not at cruising altitude, which likely prevented more serious injuries. The NTSB is investigating the incident, and the FAA has issued an emergency airworthiness directive, resulting in the grounding of an estimated 171 of the planes for inspections. The incident caused Alaska Airlines to cancel 160 flights, impacting around 23,000 passengers. The NTSB is seeking more evidence from passengers and looking for the missing door plug.
"Federal Probe into NYC Subway System Escalates Following Derailment and Human Error Claims"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC New York
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is launching an investigation into the entire New York City subway system following a collision and minor derailment on the Upper West Side that injured over 20 people. This incident marks the second serious subway accident in Manhattan in just over a month. The NTSB will review the MTA's operations and safety protocols, while the MTA highlights the rarity of such events given the volume of train trips scheduled annually. The collision occurred when an out-of-service train struck a passenger train at a rail switch, with the cause still under investigation. Service disruptions continued into the following day as crews worked to repair the damage.
"Boeing 737 MAX-9 Under Scrutiny Following Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Emergency Landings"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX-9 made an emergency landing in Portland after part of the aircraft detached midair. Following the incident, Alaska Airlines grounded its MAX-9 fleet. The incident has prompted industry-wide scrutiny to determine the cause and necessary safety measures, especially given the model's history with two previous fatal accidents.
"Emergency Grounding for Boeing 737 Max 9s After Mid-Air Panel Blowout on Alaska Flight"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
The FAA has ordered the grounding of over 170 Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft for safety inspections after a panel blew out on an Alaska Airlines flight, causing a pressurization issue. The directive affects planes in the U.S. and those operated in U.S. territory. No serious injuries occurred during the incident, and the inspections are expected to take between four and eight hours per plane. United Airlines, which has the largest fleet of these aircraft in the U.S., is preparing to ground its planes for the required checks.
"Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max Suffers Mid-Air Fuselage Blowout, Forces Emergency Landing"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCRA Sacramento
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX, Flight 1282, made an emergency landing in Portland, Oregon, after a window and part of the fuselage blew out mid-flight. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff on a flight bound for Ontario, California. The plane, carrying 174 passengers and 6 crew members, landed safely with no immediate reports of injuries. The aircraft had been in service for only two months. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.