Boeing 737 MAX Head Resigns Amid Safety Woes and FAA Scrutiny

February 21, 2024
Boeing 737 MAX Head Resigns Amid Safety Woes and FAA Scrutiny
  • Boeing's 737 MAX program leader, Ed Clark, has stepped down after safety lapses, including a missing fuselage panel and a detached plane door.

  • Katie Ringgold has been named as Ed Clark's successor amidst a broader reorganization of Boeing's Commercial Airplanes leadership.

  • The FAA has imposed restrictions on Boeing's 737 MAX production pending resolution of quality control issues.

  • U.S. safety regulators are conducting inspections at Boeing production sites following a history of quality concerns.

  • The 737 MAX was previously grounded for two years due to fatal crashes tied to software malfunctions.

  • CEO David Calhoun has publicly committed to prioritizing safety, quality, and integrity in Boeing's operations.

  • Boeing's stock value has declined following the recent incidents, contributing to a 23% drop this year and marking the lowest performance in the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

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