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An Australian cruise ship, Coral Adventurer, ran aground off Papua New Guinea with 80 passengers and 44 crew onboard. Efforts to refloat the vessel have failed, and passengers will be flown home early. The ship is under investigation due to an unrelated incident in October involving a passenger's death. No injuries or damage have been reported, and authorities are working to resolve the situation.
A UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, shortly after takeoff, resulting in 14 fatalities including crew members and ground victims. The crash caused significant debris and damage, and investigations are ongoing, with the FAA grounding similar planes until further notice.
An unexpected app, Merlin Bird ID, has helped the author become more mindful and present by encouraging birdwatching and listening to nature, leading to increased awareness and a sense of grounding in the present moment.
Boeing has paid Alaska Airlines $160 million in initial compensation for a panel blowout on a Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliner in January, with additional compensation expected. The payment covers Alaska's pretax loss related to the accident, including lost revenue and the cost of returning its Max 9 fleet to service after the planes were grounded for three weeks. The incident has led to FAA and NTSB investigations, and the Justice Department is examining whether it violated terms of a previous settlement with Boeing. Alaska's filing suggests potential future payments to other customers affected by grounding and production delays, while the airline expects a first-quarter loss due to the accident.
A growing number of people are embracing the practice of walking barefoot, claiming it connects them to nature and offers health benefits, despite skepticism from the general public and medical professionals. Some individuals are even slicing the bottoms of their shoes to comply with business shoe rules. While advocates believe in the healing abilities of "grounding," critics argue that there's insufficient evidence to support these claims and warn of potential risks such as burns and infections. Despite the controversy, proponents like George Woodville find purpose and self-discovery in their barefoot journeys, emphasizing the balance between embracing hardships and respecting societal norms.
The union representing flight attendants at Alaska and United Airlines is urging Boeing to compensate them for lost earnings due to the grounding of the 737 MAX 9 following an onboard accident. Alaska Airlines estimates losses of at least $150 million and plans to seek compensation from Boeing, but the flight attendants' union believes their economic harm should also be included in any settlement. United Airlines is expected to return its first 737-9 to service soon, but inspections and potential cancellations may cause further delays.
Alaska Airlines is set to resume its Boeing 737 Max 9 flights after completing final inspections, with the first flight scheduled from Seattle to San Diego. The FAA approved a detailed inspection and maintenance process for all 171 of Boeing's Max 9s with plug doors to return to flying. Alaska expects to complete inspections of all 65 of its 737 Max 9 planes by the end of next week, with each plane undergoing up to 12 hours of inspection. The FAA is still investigating Boeing's manufacturing practices and production lines, implementing increased oversight and stating that it won't approve any expansion in production until quality control issues are resolved.
The grounding of the Boeing 737 Max 9 jets will cost Alaska Airlines about $150 million, leading to the cancellation of about 3,000 flights this month and reducing its overall capacity by about 7% for the quarter. Despite the financial hit, Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci reaffirmed the airline's commitment to Boeing, stating that they will hold the company accountable and raise the bar on quality. Other US airlines, such as United and Southwest, are also affected by the ongoing issues with Boeing's 737 Max series.
The grounding of the 737 Max 9 after an incident with an Alaska Airlines plane will cost the airline about $150 million, impacting its financial performance. Alaska Airlines and United are the only U.S. airlines with the 737 Max 9 jet in their fleets, but other airlines like Southwest and American are also affected by Boeing's issues. Despite the financial hit, Alaska Airlines still expects to report a full-year profit, but it may fall short of estimates. The FAA has outlined inspection procedures to return the planes to flight, and Alaska Airlines plans to have all its 737-9 Max inspections completed over the next week.
Alaska Airlines expects the grounding of its Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet to cost the carrier $150 million, with the Federal Aviation Administration approving inspection instructions for the aircraft's return to service. The airline plans to resume Max 9 flights as early as Friday and gradually return the aircraft to service through early February. Alaska forecasts full-year adjusted earnings per share of $3 to $5, including the impact of the grounding, and expects capacity growth to be at or below the lower end of its previous range. Both Alaska and United Airlines found loose bolts on several Max 9 planes during preliminary inspections after an incident on January 5, and Alaska's CEO expressed frustration and anger with Boeing.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby expressed doubt about the airline's order for Boeing 737 Max 10 planes due to ongoing delays and the recent grounding of the 737 Max 9 fleet after a manufacturing problem. The airline, which has the largest fleet of 737 Max 9 aircraft, is considering fleet plans without the Max 10. This decision comes as the ongoing grounding is expected to drive a first-quarter loss for the airline.
The US government, including Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, has emphasized that grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes will only be allowed to fly again when they are deemed 100% safe, following a mid-air blowout incident on an Alaska Airlines flight. Boeing's CEO, Dave Calhoun, acknowledged a "quality escape" and raised questions about the breakdown in inspections and original work that led to the incident. Both Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, the two US operators of the 737 Max 9, have grounded their fleets and are awaiting revised inspection and maintenance instructions from Boeing, approved by the FAA, before resuming flights.
Alaska Airlines cancels 170 flights on Sunday and 60 on Monday following the FAA's directive to ground 171 Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplanes for urgent inspections after an incident involving an Alaska Airlines jet. The FAA has emphasized that the jets will remain grounded until safety concerns are addressed, raising new questions for Boeing and putting pressure on the manufacturer.
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines have grounded all Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners following an inflight blowout incident that damaged an Alaska jet. The FAA ordered the grounding of 171 Max 9s for inspection, leading to flight cancellations and disruptions. Investigators are searching for the panel that blew out, and the incident has raised safety concerns about the aircraft. This comes after previous issues with the Max series, including two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.
The FAA has announced the temporary grounding of certain Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft for immediate safety inspections following concerns that arose after the investigation into Alaska Airlines Flight 1282. An Emergency Airworthiness Directive will be issued, affecting around 171 airplanes globally, with inspections estimated to take 4-8 hours per aircraft to ensure safety before they can resume flying.