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Boeing Faces Criminal Probe Safety Concerns Resurface After Alaska Airlines Incident

Boeing, still reeling from the 737 Max scandal, now faces a criminal inquiry after a near-disastrous safety lapse. Details on the latest investigation

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The US Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Boeing following a troubling incident on an Alaska Airlines flight in January. This raises serious questions about Boeing’s safety practices and comes amidst ongoing scrutiny after the fatal 737 Max crashes.

What Happened on the Alaska Flight?

  • On January 5th: A door plug panel inexplicably blew out on a Boeing 737 Max 9, exposing passengers to the elements at high altitude.
  • Potential Catastrophe: The incident could have been far more serious had it occurred at an even higher altitude.
  • Preliminary Findings: The NTSB suggests the panel may have left the Boeing factory without being properly secured.
Alaska Airlines Boeing Plug Door inspection
Alaska Airlines Boeing Plug Door inspection

The Investigation Deepens

  • DOJ Involvement: The criminal probe signals the investigation’s severity.
  • Alaska Airlines Cooperates: The airline confirms its involvement but doesn’t believe it’s the investigation’s target.
  • Boeing’s Response: No comment yet from the company.

History Repeating? Boeing’s Troubled Past

  • 737 Max Settlement: The DOJ had reached a $2.5 billion deal with Boeing over its role in the two fatal 737 Max crashes and misleading the FAA. This current investigation may be related to a review of that settlement.
  • Criticism Over Leniency: Many felt the settlement was too lenient on Boeing and disregarded victims’ families.

Boeing Struggles to Find Records

Adding to the concerns, Boeing informed a Senate panel on Friday that it couldn’t find records detailing work on the Alaska Airlines panel. This raises additional questions about documentation and safety practices.

Alaska Airlines Boeing Plug Door inspection

Implications for Aviation Safety: The blowout incident has prompted heightened scrutiny of Boeing’s manufacturing practices and regulatory oversight. The Federal Aviation Administration has intensified inspections at Boeing’s facilities and mandated improvements in quality control measures.

Key Takeaways

  • Boeing Under Fire: The company’s safety culture is again under the microscope.
  • Fallout for Airlines: This could lead to increased scrutiny and inspections at Boeing’s factory, affecting aircraft deliveries.

What Comes Next

The investigation is ongoing, and it remains to be seen whether Boeing will face charges. This story highlights the ongoing challenges the company faces in regaining public trust.

Read also: Alaska Airlines Debuts Exclusive ‘Cloud Cruiser’ Craft Beer at 30,000 Feet

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