"FAA Boosts Oversight of Boeing Amid Safety Concerns"

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration, Mike Whitaker, pledged to increase on-the-ground monitoring of Boeing's aircraft production following a recent incident involving a 737 Max 9 jet. The FAA's move comes after a door panel blew out of the jet, raising concerns about Boeing's quality-control practices and the FAA's oversight. The agency has barred Boeing from expanding production of the 737 Max series until it addresses quality-control issues, and is emphasizing the importance of safety and public confidence in the aviation system.