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Boeing
Activist investor says Southwest Airlines is underperforming
Jun 10, 2024
The airline's had a bumpy ride since multitudes of passengers were stranded by bad weather and an aged computer system.
Boeing failures are a case study of America's manufacturing "dark age"
by
Kimberly Adams
and Sarah Leeson
Apr 24, 2024
A century ago, U.S manufacturers were run by engineers. Now leadership suites are distant from factory floors, says journalist Jerry Useem.
Delays in Boeing deliveries bring voluntary unpaid time off for United's pilots
Apr 4, 2024
United and Southwest have also paused hiring because of the delivery delays. Higher airfares could be on the way.
How does an airline expert feel about traveling on Boeing planes?
by
Janet Nguyen
Mar 29, 2024
Another CEO at Boeing is out after its planes have faced a series of safety-related issues. Experts say flying is still safe, but the company culture needs an overhaul.
Boeing CEO to step down this year, board chairman to exit, head of commercial airplanes retires
Mar 25, 2024
CEO Dave Calhoun will step down at the end of the year following a series of mishaps from the plane maker.
How safety concerns over Boeing planes affect the air travel industry
Mar 11, 2024
Many travelers still prioritize the cost of travel over which airplane they will fly in.
Boeing timeline: What led to the problems with the 737 Max?
Jan 23, 2024
Some trace Boeing's problems back to the '90s.
For public good, not for profit.
How flight attendants are feeling after the Alaska Airlines accident
Jan 11, 2024
"The staffing for flight attendants, especially domestically, is at FAA minimums," said Sara Nelson, international president of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA. "Our jobs are harder than they've ever been."
What passengers need to know about the Boeing Max 9 safety issues
by
Janet Nguyen
Jan 10, 2024
A door plug recently blew off a Max 9 plane, prompting concerns about whether fliers should board these planes.
Why Boeing's latest 737 Max accident might not lose it much business
by
Henry Epp
Jan 9, 2024
While investigators are still looking into why a piece of a Boeing aircraft blew off an Alaska Airlines flight over the weekend, there aren't many rival plane suppliers.