Air safety
New problem discovered in Boeing’s troubled 737 Max jet
The latest flaw in the plane’s computer system was discovered by FAA pilots.
United CEO vows to be aboard 737 Max when its cleared to fly
Boeing says it has finished with its updates to the flight-control software implicated in the crashes.
FAA chief defends handling of Boeing Max safety approval
Boeing is updating an automated flight-control system that has been implicated in the two crashes involving the 737 Max.
Boeing didn’t tell airlines that safety alert wasn’t on
Feature designed to warn pilots when a key sensor might be providing incorrect information.
Boeing CEO defends safety record amid 2 deadly crashes
Chairman and CEO Dennis Muilenburg took reporters’ questions for the first time since accidents involving the Boeing 737 Max in Indonesia and Ethiopia killed 346 people.
Boeing’s troubled jet is costing US$1B to fix so far
Boeing has about 4,600 unfilled orders for the 737 Max, which was involved in two recent fatal crashes.
Air Canada revises schedule for May as Boeing 737 Max remains grounded
The airline has been substituting different aircraft on 737 Max routes.
Boeing, FAA say more time needed for fix of troubled 737 Max
The planes have been grounded around the world since mid-March.
FAA defends its reliance on aircraft makers to certify jets
Under the self-certifying program, planemaker employees perform tests and inspections needed to win safety approvals, with the FAA overseeing their work.
