U.S. airlines are bracing for further delays in Boeing deliveries as the safety crisis surrounding the 737 MAX continues to unfold. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has yet to approve the aircraft for commercial flights, leaving airlines like Southwest in a state of uncertainty.
Boeing's 737 MAX was grounded worldwide in March 2019 following two fatal crashes that claimed the lives of 346 people. Since then, Boeing has been working to address safety concerns and implement necessary changes to the aircraft's software and systems.