All articles tagged with #max 9
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Al Jazeera
The NTSB criticized Boeing for inadequate training and oversight that led to a midair emergency involving a Boeing 737 MAX 9 in January 2024, highlighting safety culture issues and systemic production problems, which prompted regulatory actions and damaged Boeing's reputation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Jalopnik
Aviation experts and ex-Boeing employees express concerns over the safety of Boeing Max 9 planes, citing significant quality-control issues and a culture of rushing production. Multiple safety problems have been reported, and the recent door panel blow-out incident has raised further alarm. Boeing's CEO acknowledged the company's failures and promised cooperation with investigations, while FAA oversight and scrutiny of production have been increased. Critics argue that the issues with the Max planes go beyond the recent incident and call for a comprehensive fix to prevent future catastrophes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines have resumed flying some of their Boeing Max 9 planes after a door panel blowout incident led to the grounding of all Max 9 aircraft. While airlines, regulators, and Boeing assert the planes are safe following inspections and maintenance, critics argue that serious safety concerns persist. Former Boeing employees and aviation safety experts have raised alarms about ongoing safety issues and a cultural problem at the manufacturer, urging comprehensive fixes rather than addressing problems one at a time. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the door panel blowout, and the FAA has announced increased scrutiny of Boeing's production and manufacturing activities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
The FAA has halted Boeing's planned expansion of its 737 Max aircraft but cleared the path for the Max 9 to return to service, following a recent door plug incident. FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker emphasized that Boeing won't return to business as usual until quality control issues are resolved. Boeing's shares fell after the announcement, and the company has been working to increase production of its 737 Max amid high demand from airlines.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Boeing's 737 Max 9 planes remain grounded in the US as airlines await inspection instructions following a harrowing flight where a portion of the fuselage blew out. The FAA and Boeing are negotiating detailed instructions for inspections, focusing on a mid-cabin door plug. Airlines have parked their Max 9 planes, leading to hundreds of flight cancellations. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, and Boeing's CEO has canceled a leadership summit to address the situation. This incident raises new questions for Boeing, which has faced previous production and safety issues with the Max planes.