Boeing needs 'heightened level of oversight,' says top U.S. aviation regulator | CBC News
The chief of the FAA has expressed concerns about the safety oversight of Boeing. The FAA is currently conducting an audit of Boeing's manufacturing practices.
The FAA is investigating issues with a Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliner that experienced an emergency door panel blow off at 4,800 meters over Oregon. [ more ]
Boeing's Starliner Is Finally Ready to Launch a NASA Crew Into Space
Starliner is a capsule-shaped, autonomous spacecraft capable of carrying up to seven astronauts, designed for missions to the ISS with Boeing's partnership with NASA. [ more ]
Boeing Starliner's first crewed mission scrubbed | TechCrunch
Boeing's Starliner launch was postponed due to an issue with the oxygen relief valve on the Atlas V rocket's upper stage.
The CST-100 Starliner mission, Boeing's first attempt to transport astronauts to the ISS, faces delays after years of setbacks and cost overruns.
If successful, Boeing can certify its Starliner for human transportation, fulfilling its $4.2 billion NASA contract, alongside SpaceX's Crew Dragon missions. [ more ]
Boeing says workers skipped required tests on 787 but recorded work as completed
FAA investigating Boeing for possible failure in completing required inspections and falsification of aircraft records on 787 Dreamliner planes. [ more ]
Boeing, Still Recovering From Max 8 Crashes, Faces a New Crisis
Boeing is facing more uncertainty and costs following a recent incident involving a 737 jet in which a poorly attached panel tore away during flight.
The incident has led to the indefinite halt of Boeing's plans to raise production of Max planes, class-action lawsuits, and public criticism from airline executives. [ more ]
Did Boeing learn from past mistakes? Mid-air blowout has again put company on defensive | CBC News
Concerns regarding Boeing's safety and manufacturing capabilities have resurfaced after a mid-air blowout on a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet.
Boeing's CEO Dave Calhoun met with senators in the U.S. Capitol to address questions and concerns regarding Boeing's capabilities and safety measures. [ more ]
'Cozy' relationship between Boeing and the U.S. draws scrutiny amid 737 Max 9 mess
The longstanding special relationship between the U.S. government and Boeing is coming under scrutiny after multiple safety incidents involving Boeing jets.
Federal regulators are grounding Boeing 737 Max 9 planes and reviewing Boeing's manufacturing and production lines after a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines jet in midair. [ more ]
Boeing prosecutors aim to decide criminal charge by early June
The U.S. Justice Department may decide in June whether to revoke Boeing's deferred-prosecution agreement, which allowed the company to avoid criminal charges for the 737 Max crashes. [ more ]
United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Medford loses panel
United Airlines facing series of mishaps with its aircraft, including missing external panel and hydraulic leaks.
Safety concerns raised as multiple incidents involving United Airlines flights from San Francisco International Airport have occurred recently. [ more ]