Boeing 737 MAX News
Delve into the ongoing developments of the Boeing 737 MAX through our thorough coverage, highlighting operational performance, airline fleet integration, and market reception. Our news feed provides essential updates and expert insights into how this aircraft is shaping the future of short to medium-haul travel in the commercial aviation industry.
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2024-05-09T09:09:43.263487-07:00
Air India Express Receives First Two 737-8s from AviLease
In a major fleet expansion move, Air India Express has taken delivery of the first two Boeing 737-8 aircraft out of six, leased from AviLease, backed by Saudi Arabia's PIF.
2024-05-08T15:08:32.094840-07:00
Quality Concerns at Spirit AeroSystems Exposed by Whistleblower
Former quality manager Santiago Paredes reveals alarming insights into work practices at Boeing's supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, illuminating potential risks in aerospace manufacturing.
2024-05-08T04:08:49.818012-07:00
AerCap Secures $3B CFM LEAP Engine Deal, Launches Dividend and $500M Buyback
In a strategic expansion of its fleet capabilities, AerCap Holdings N.V. has inked a deal for 150 CFM LEAP engines, concurrently announcing a new share repurchase program and its inaugural dividend.
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2024-05-14T23:04:27.523541-07:00 •
Trump's Boeing 757 Clips Parked Jet at West Palm Beach
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2024-05-14T22:31:54.802723-07:00 •
EVA Air Expands Fleet with Four Additional 787-10s
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2024-05-14T18:14:36.257995-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner's Crew Debut Postponed Due to Helium Leak
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2024-05-14T17:23:39.076373-07:00 •
Flydubai Skeptical of 2026 Boeing 787 Deliveries
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2024-05-14T23:14:43.487510-07:00 •
United Projects Record-Breaking Memorial Day Weekend with 10% More Passengers
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2024-05-14T22:34:54.384897-07:00 •
US Airlines Sue DoT Over New Fee Disclosure Regulations
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2024-05-14T17:12:26.204357-07:00 •
United Airlines Eyes Sustainable Jet Fuel with $200M Fund
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2024-05-13T14:46:16.244670-07:00 •
Major U.S. Airlines Litigate Against DOT's Fee Transparency Mandate
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2024-05-09T09:52:23.866838-07:00 •
Spirit AeroSystems Belfast Facility Faces Potential Dismantle, Industry Impact Warned
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2024-05-09T01:20:30.442423-07:00 •
Spirit AeroSystems to Sustain Airbus Alliance Amid Boeing Acquisition Talks
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2024-05-08T15:08:32.094840-07:00 •
Quality Concerns at Spirit AeroSystems Exposed by Whistleblower
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2024-05-08T07:30:18.954323-07:00 •
Spirit AeroSystems Enhances 737 Fuselage Inspection Protocol
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2024-05-14T23:04:27.523541-07:00 •
Trump's Boeing 757 Clips Parked Jet at West Palm Beach
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2024-05-14T15:30:33.194762-07:00 •
Boeing Fails to Meet 737 MAX Ethics Agreement Terms
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2024-05-14T06:40:47.723258-07:00 •
SpaceX Expands Florida Operations with Potential Dual Starship Launch Sites
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2024-05-11T21:02:46.779587-07:00 •
FAA Under Scrutiny Amid Boeing's Ongoing Troubles
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2024-05-14T15:30:33.194762-07:00 •
Boeing Fails to Meet 737 MAX Ethics Agreement Terms
The DOJ has flagged Boeing for not adhering to a compliance program aimed at preventing future violations, a requirement from their 2021 agreement following the 737 MAX issues.
2024-05-09T13:12:54.780030-07:00 •
TUI fly Deutschland Marks 50 Years with Special Boeing 737 MAX Livery
Celebrating half a century, TUI fly Deutschland unveils a commemorative Boeing 737 MAX livery, highlighting its heritage and ongoing commitment to passenger experience.
2024-05-09T09:09:43.263487-07:00 •
Air India Express Receives First Two 737-8s from AviLease
In a major fleet expansion move, Air India Express has taken delivery of the first two Boeing 737-8 aircraft out of six, leased from AviLease, backed by Saudi Arabia's PIF.
2024-05-08T18:56:20.974477-07:00 •
Bonza’s 737 MAX Fleet Repossessed and Departing Australia
Following the lease termination, Bonza's Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft are being repossessed and flown out of Australia, marking a significant setback for the carrier.
2024-05-08T15:08:32.094840-07:00 •
Quality Concerns at Spirit AeroSystems Exposed by Whistleblower
Former quality manager Santiago Paredes reveals alarming insights into work practices at Boeing's supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, illuminating potential risks in aerospace manufacturing.
2024-05-08T04:08:49.818012-07:00 •
AerCap Secures $3B CFM LEAP Engine Deal, Launches Dividend and $500M Buyback
In a strategic expansion of its fleet capabilities, AerCap Holdings N.V. has inked a deal for 150 CFM LEAP engines, concurrently announcing a new share repurchase program and its inaugural dividend.
2024-05-08T00:57:27.033104-07:00 •
FedEx Boeing 767-300F Completes Emergency Belly Landing in Istanbul
Following a malfunction that prevented its nose landing gear from deploying, a FedEx Boeing 767-300F executed a safe emergency landing at Istanbul Airport, with no reported injuries.
2024-05-07T18:59:30.435864-07:00 •
DOJ Evaluates Boeing Prosecution Deal Amid Meetings with 737 MAX Victims' Families
In advance of a pivotal decision, the DOJ is holding consultations with families affected by the Boeing 737 MAX tragedies, scrutinizing the aerospace giant's adherence to a crucial prosecution agreement.
2024-05-07T13:41:44.587016-07:00 •
Allegiant Suffers Financial Hit from Boeing 737 MAX Delivery Delays
Allegiant Travel Group faces financial pressures as Boeing 737 MAX delivery delays compel adjustments to its growth strategy, affecting the airline's financial performance in 2023.
2024-05-07T11:21:08.809976-07:00 •
Boeing 737 MAX Production Rates Steady Amid Supplier Uncertainty
Suppliers, including Astronics, anticipate continued Boeing 737 MAX builds despite a lack of updates from Boeing.
2024-05-07T04:57:09.751979-07:00 •
Spirit Aero's Increased Cash Burn Tied to Reduced 737 Production
Due to FAA’s intensified quality inspections, Spirit AeroSystems confronts escalated cash burn, primarily driven by Boeing's decreased 737 MAX output below the regulatory ceiling.
2024-05-06T23:30:24.692446-07:00 •
Bonza Flight Suspensions Extend Through Mid-May Amid Legal Battles
Following a voluntary administration and aircraft seizure last Tuesday, Bonza’s operations halt until May 15 as lessors aim to relocate the fleet out of Australia, despite legal injunctions.
2024-05-06T12:13:42.299739-07:00 •
FAA Investigates Boeing 787 Dreamliner for Falsified Inspection Records
A new inquiry by the FAA into Boeing's 787 production looks into allegations of falsified inspection records, specifically around electrical safeguards.
2024-05-05T19:11:28.527537-07:00 •
777 Partners Foots Bill for Bonza's Grounded 737 MAX Fleet
Bonza's grounding of its 737 MAX 8 aircraft fleet, overseen by lessor AIP Capital, directly ties back to 777 Partners handling its lease payments, insiders reveal.
2024-05-05T13:31:47.281948-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines' Slow Boeing 737 MAX 8 Deployment
Scheduled for extensive service, Alaska Airlines' single Boeing 737 MAX 8 is set to operate over 130 flights this month.
2024-05-04T08:35:04.176246-07:00 •
Embraer Poised to Challenge Boeing with New Jet, Gains Support from American Airlines CEO
Bank of America endorses Embraer's potential to create a rival jet to the Boeing 737 Max and Airbus A320neo, backed by confidence from aviation leaders.
2024-05-03T12:29:54.163228-07:00 •
Deadline for DOJ Boeing 737 Max Deal Violation Decision
The DOJ is nearing its May 28 deadline to resolve whether Boeing breached an agreement avoiding criminal charges from the 737 Max incidents, impacting victims’ families.
2024-05-03T04:59:47.484419-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Compensated $61M by Boeing for 737 MAX 9 Grounding
Following a cabin panel blowout incident in January and subsequent temporary grounding, Boeing has compensated Alaska Airlines with $61 million in credit memos.
2024-05-02T04:16:12.022356-07:00 •
Air Canada Q1 2024: $81M Loss Despite Revenue Rise
Despite a 7% revenue increase, Air Canada faced a first-quarter loss of $81 million, highlighting challenges in the post-pandemic recovery phase.
2024-05-01T15:25:17.139593-07:00 •
Boeing Supplier Whistleblower Josh Dean Passes Away
Spirit AeroSystems whistleblower Joshua Dean, who spotlighted manufacturing defects, has died.
2024-05-01T10:44:24.561007-07:00 •
Spirit Aero Enhances Boeing 737 MAX Parts Supply Plan
In response to production demands, Spirit AeroSystems innovates to assure alignment with Boeing's volume and quality requirements for 737 MAX components.
2024-05-01T07:26:41.944603-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner: A Decade of Challenges Before Maiden Crewed Voyage
After a decade marked by setbacks and a failed test flight, Boeing's Starliner is poised for its inaugural astronaut mission to the ISS.
2024-05-01T04:37:01.221415-07:00 •
Flair Airlines Boosts Training Capabilities with Boeing 737 MAX Simulator
Flair Airlines collaborates with MPS to combat the pilot shortage in Canada, integrating a Boeing 737 MAX flight training device.
2024-05-01T02:39:52.628660-07:00 •
Embraer Advances Plans for 737-Sized Narrow-Body Jet to Compete with Boeing and Airbus
Embraer is actively seeking partners and investors for its ambitious project to enter the narrow-body jet market, challenging Boeing and Airbus's dominance with a new aircraft.
2024-04-29T16:44:19.546358-07:00 •
Bonza Faces Fleet Repossession and Service Suspensions
Crisis hits Australian budget airline Bonza as its entire Boeing 737 MAX fleet is repossessed, leading to widespread flight cancellations and concerns over the carrier's future viability. Corporate insolvency specialists are investigating.
2024-04-28T10:39:50.735188-07:00 •
Boeing Allocates $3.1Bn to Tackle 737 Max Safety Woes
In response to the January incident where a panel detached from a 737 Max mid-flight, Boeing has spent approximately $3.1 billion in Q1 to manage the emerging safety crisis.
2024-04-25T21:31:16.729608-07:00 •
Virgin Australia Halts Adelaide-Bali Route Over Boeing MAX Delivery Delay
The postponement in receiving 10 new Boeing MAX aircraft has led Virgin Australia to suspend its direct flights from Adelaide to Bali, impacting its service expansion plans.
2024-04-25T09:34:29.089238-07:00 •
Boeing Outlook Downgraded to Negative by S&P and Moody’s Due to Financial Strains
Following a reassessment, S&P Global and Moody's have both marked Boeing's financial outlook as negative, indicating concerns over the aircraft manufacturer's cash flow recovery and leverage amidst production issues and regulatory challenges.
2024-04-25T04:43:21.525261-07:00 •
American Airlines Outperforms with Q2 Profit Expectations Amid Recovery
Despite a Q1 loss, American Airlines forecasts a robust Q2 profit, outstripping Wall Street predictions, buoyed by a resurgence in corporate travel and efficient management of elevated fuel costs.
2024-04-25T04:02:05.915017-07:00 •
Turkish Airlines Expands Fleet with CDB Aviation's Seven New Aircraft
In a strategic move for expansion, Turkish Airlines has secured an agreement with CDB Aviation for seven new aircraft, including one Airbus A330-300 and six Boeing 737 MAX 8s, enhancing its operational capabilities.
2024-04-25T03:49:24.077493-07:00 •
Southwest Airlines Adjusts Growth Strategy, Cuts Boeing Jet Deliveries Through 2025
Facing a scaled-back delivery schedule from Boeing, Southwest Airlines revises its growth plans, implementing voluntary leaves and exiting four airports to navigate the anticipated aircraft shortfall.
2024-04-24T09:37:01.755077-07:00 •
FAA Demands Quality Controls from Boeing Prior to 737 MAX Output Increase
Boeing is required to fulfill FAA-imposed quality control mandates within 90 days to proceed with plans to increase 737 MAX production, announced U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
2024-04-24T04:56:49.899210-07:00 •
Boeing Grapples with Cash Flow and Production Challenges Amid 737 MAX Issues
Boeing's financial and operational turmoil continues with a significant cash burn of nearly $4 billion and a production scale-back on the 737 MAX model due to persistent quality control complications.
2024-04-24T04:41:55.508362-07:00 •
Boeing Faces Production Delays for 737 MAX, CEO Calhoun Prioritizes Safety Over Speed
Amid production challenges and regulatory scrutiny, Boeing's CEO emphasizes enhancing the quality and safety of 737 MAX jets, impacting the pace of the company's recovery plan.
2024-04-24T02:12:04.180733-07:00 •
Boeing Faces Scrutiny Over Components Mismanagement
Merle Meyers, a former Boeing manager with three decades at the company, has publicly criticized the handling of aircraft parts under deadline pressures, highlighting concerns over manufacturing processes.
2024-04-23T21:06:57.598780-07:00 •
Boeing Announces Quarterly Results amid 737 Max Safety Concerns
Ahead of its quarterly earnings announcement, Boeing faces scrutiny over a safety crisis triggered by a door plug incident on a 737 Max 9.
2024-04-22T14:12:06.866264-07:00 •
Boeing 737 Production Forecasts Take a Dive Amid Supply Chain Concerns
Concerns in Renton, Washington, and Wichita highlight deepening issues within the supply chain, impacting Boeing 737 production and delivery timelines.
2024-04-22T06:35:56.575634-07:00 •
Boeing Under Scrutiny: CEO Search & Spirit Negotiations Amid 737 MAX Downturn
Boeing braces for a rigorous Q&A in its upcoming results presentation, spotlighting CEO succession plans, ongoing discussions with Spirit AeroSystems, and the declining production pace of the 737 MAX, accompanied by an anticipated increase in cash-burn rate.
2024-04-21T06:32:44.015816-07:00 •
Boeing MAX Crisis: Legal Standoff Persists for Victims' Families
Families of the Boeing MAX crash victims remain embroiled in legal disputes with the manufacturer, five years following the tragic incidents.
2024-04-18T14:11:59.448124-07:00 •
JetBlue and Southwest Flights Narrowly Avoid Runway Collision at Reagan National
A critical air traffic control miscommunication at Reagan National Airport led a JetBlue flight to abort takeoff as a Southwest flight was directed onto the same runway, avoiding a potential collision by mere 300 feet.
2024-04-18T04:22:35.212334-07:00 •
Alaska Air Reports Q1 Loss Due to Boeing 737 MAX Grounding, Forecasts Profit Rebound
After a $132M Q1 net loss significantly impacted by the Boeing 737 MAX grounding, Alaska Air received $162M in compensation and anticipates Q2 earnings to surpass expectations.
2024-04-17T11:40:23.189964-07:00 •
Boeing 737 Max Quality Control Questioned After Panel Incident
Boeing faces scrutiny as a critic provides the FBI with records of a 737 Max 9's fuselage panel work, contradicting the company’s claim of missing documentation. This incident raises significant concerns about Boeing's quality control measures.
2024-04-17T04:57:03.415310-07:00 •
Ryanair to Accelerate Boeing 737 Max Jet Acquisitions by Mid-July
In a significant move to address aircraft delivery bottlenecks, Ryanair is set to receive an expedited delivery of 40 Boeing 737 Max jets, indicating a collaboration effort to meet summer operational demands.
2024-04-16T21:50:37.486507-07:00 •
Boeing to Overhaul Safety and Quality Practices After FAA Report
Following a damning FAA panel review, Boeing is set to implement a comprehensive 90-day plan to revamp its safety and quality protocols to address systemic failings.
2024-04-16T17:22:08.291509-07:00 •
Boeing Faces Shrinking Influence in Washington Amid Controversies
Amidst growing controversies, Boeing's long-standing dominance and influence in Washington are reportedly waning, with potential implications for its defense contracts.
2024-04-16T13:16:49.004175-07:00 •
United Airlines Mitigates Boeing Grounding Impact with 35 New A321neo Leases
In response to financial setbacks from the Boeing 737 MAX 9 grounding, United Airlines enhances its fleet strategy with 35 leased A321neos, aiming for operational resilience.
2024-04-15T15:21:49.124723-07:00 •
Boeing Defends 787 Dreamliner Integrity Amid Whistleblower Safety Claims
Boeing has aggressively countered allegations from a whistleblower, asserting exhaustive testing shows no evidence of fatigue cracks in in-service 787 Dreamliner jets, amid safety scrutiny.
2024-04-15T04:08:18.014855-07:00 •
MC-21 Deliveries Slide to 2025-2026, Challenging Boeing and Airbus
The Yakovlev MC-21, Russia's direct challenge to the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX, faces further delays, now projecting first deliveries in 2025 or 2026.
2024-04-12T13:12:42.513586-07:00 •
Spirit AeroSystems Curbs Overtime and Hiring Amid Boeing 737 MAX Production Slowdown
In response to decreased production rates of the Boeing 737 MAX, driven by intensified U.S. regulatory scrutiny and assembly line adjustments outside Seattle, Spirit AeroSystems is implementing workforce strategies including limited overtime and hiring freezes.
2024-04-11T22:46:41.175441-07:00 •
Boeing Under Scrutiny: Senate Hearing on Quality-Control Issues Looms
Boeing is set to be scrutinized in a Senate hearing regarding new quality-control allegations amid a drop in stock value, marking another challenge for the aerospace giant.
