Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants to fine Boeing $3.1 million for safety violations. This includes issues related to a door plug that blew out on an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 plane in January 2024. Boeing has 30 days to respond to the FAA's proposed penalty.
Key Facts
- The FAA is proposing a $3.1 million fine against Boeing for safety violations.
- A door plug on an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 blew out during a flight in January 2024.
- No serious injuries occurred during the incident, and the plane landed safely.
- The FAA identified hundreds of quality violations at Boeing and its subcontractor Spirit AeroSystems.
- Boeing has been working on improving safety and quality with a plan overseen by the FAA.
- The company faced past troubles with the 737 Max and recently avoided criminal charges related to misleading regulators about the aircraft.
- Boeing has 30 days to respond to the FAA's proposed fine.
