Boeing is currently under a criminal investigation by the Department of Justice following an incident where a door panel ripped off a Boeing 737 Max midair in January. The DOJ has initiated the probe, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. Boeing has informed Congress that they are unable to locate records for the work done on the door that blew out during an Alaska Airlines flight. It is believed that the records for the panel's removal and reinstallation were never created, despite Boeing's requirement.
This federal investigation into the door blowout incident may shed light on whether Boeing adhered to a settlement agreement after the fatal 737 Max crashes in 2018 and 2019. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized the importance of Boeing's full cooperation in improving safety measures. The FAA has given Boeing a 90-day deadline to present a comprehensive plan to address their quality issues.
