Timeline: Key events in the troubled history of the Boeing 737 Max jetliner In the eight years that airlines have flown Boeing's 737 Max jets, two crashes killed 346 people The Independent UK · Sep 3, 2025
4 iconic U.S. companies are in stormy waters—2 CEOs are possibly lost at sea, while 2 may be piloting safely to shore Four heads of iconic U.S. enterprises face turbulent, inherited challenges with elevated investor anxiety in 2025. Fortune · Jan 15, 2025
A strike would add to turbulent times at Boeing A strike by the 33,000 factory workers who assemble some of Boeing’s best-selling planes would come as another blow to a company whose bottom line and reputation have taken plenty of hits this year The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2024
NASA decision against using a Boeing capsule to bring astronauts back adds to company's problems NASA says it won't use Boeing's Starliner capsule to bring two stranded astronauts back to Earth The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2024
Boeing's new CEO visits factory that makes the 737 Max, including jet that lost door plug in flight Boeing ‘s new CEO is on the job and visiting a key factory near Seattle The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2024
The new Boeing CEO must focus on 3 things to turn around the troubled company Analysts agree that Ortberg needs to bring innovation and transparency back to the aerospace giant. Fortune · Jul 31, 2024
Meet Boeing's new CEO Kelly Ortberg New Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg is "capable of fixing the management floor with his left hand and choosing the right new plane with his right hand," notes one analyst. Fortune · Jul 31, 2024
Boeing reports $1.4bn losses as embattled aerospace giant is rocked by safety scandals Aerospace industry veteran Kelly Ortberg has been appointed as the new CEO to help buoy the embattled company back to profitability The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024
Troubled Boeing stays close to the ground at a major UK air show European planemaker Airbus plans to show off its newest passenger jet with daily flight demonstrations during one of the world’s biggest aviation trade fairs The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2024
Key events in the troubled history of the Boeing 737 Max Boeing’s 737 Max is a more fuel-efficient version of the American aerospace company’s popular 737, the best-selling airliner ever The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024
Boeing to be offered plea deal by Justice Department over deadly 737 Max crashes Boeing has until July 7 to accept the deal. If the company rejects the terms, the DOJ can pursue prosecution The Independent UK · Jul 1, 2024
Families of Boeing crash victims ask for $24bn fine for ‘deadliest corporate crime in US history’ Boeing CEO apologises to families as he asserts company’s commitment to future aircraft safety The Independent UK · Jun 20, 2024
Senate: Boeing CEO defends safety record “You are strip-mining Boeing," Senator Josh Hawley said Salon · Jun 19, 2024
Boeing CEO apologises to families of fatal 737 MAX crashes at US Senate hearing Boeing's CEO David Calhoun has testified at a US Senate subcommittee investigating the planemaker's "broken safety culture". Relatives of some of the 346 victims of two fatal crashes involving the Boeing 737 MAX also attended the hearing and heard the CEO directly apologise to them, while the panel grilled him… France 24 · Jun 18, 2024
The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024 Boeing CEO apologizes to crash victims’ families at tense Senate hearing David Calhoun was questioned on manufacturing practices and whistleblower safety as well as facing calls for his resignation
The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024 Watch: Boeing CEO faces Senate grilling on airplane safety as new whistleblower emerges Watch as Boeing CEO David Calhoun faces a Senate grilling on airplane safety on Tuesday (18 June) just hours after a new whistleblower came forward with further allegations of bad practice and company cover-ups.
The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024 Boeing CEO admits company has retaliated against whistleblowers during Senate hearing: ‘I know it happens’ Kicking off his testimony at the special committee on Tuesday, Calhoun apologized to the families of Boeing crash victims who were present
The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024 Whistleblower says Boeing lost hundreds of faulty parts -- and some may be on new 737 Max planes Sam Mohawk has claimed that hundreds of parts that were ‘non-conforming’ had been lost. His statement was revealed before a Congressional hearing on Boeing practices.
The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024 Boeing's CEO is scheduled to field questions about plane safety from U.S. senators Boeing's CEO is getting his day in front of Congress, and lawmakers are expected to have many questions about safety at the troubled aircraft company
Fortune · May 29, 2024 Boeing’s ongoing CEO search led to a $150M-plus potential payday for Carrier chief Boeing is desperate to find an experienced industrial leader—but the top candidates don't seem interested in the daunting task of turning the planemaker around.
Top News · May 17, 2024 Boeing Shareholders Re-Elect CEO Calhoun To Board Boeing shareholders re-elect CEO David Calhoun during AGM, showcasing confidence in his leadership amidst industry challenges.
Top News · Apr 10, 2024 Boeing CEO Summoned To Testify On Safety Concerns Boeing CEO faces Senate inquiry over safety concerns on 787 Dreamliner manufacturing and assembly, amid whistleblower allegations and FAA investigation.
International Business Times · Apr 8, 2024 FAA Launches Probe After Southwest Boeing Aircraft Loses Engine Cover During Takeoff The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an incident involving a Southwest Airlines flight bound for Houston, where the engine cowling detached during takeoff.
Top News · Apr 6, 2024 Boeing CEO's Compensation Cut Due To Stock Price Drop Boeing CEO's compensation reduced by 22% after midflight incident; company faces scrutiny and aims to rebuild trust.
International Business Times · Apr 5, 2024 Boeing CEO Paid $33 Mn In 2023, Gave Up Bonus Over MAX 9 Incident Boeing's CEO received $33 million in compensation for 2023 but declined a potential $2.8 million bonus following the near-catastrophic Alaska Airlines incident in January, the company said Friday in a securities filing.