Boeing recommends simulator training for pilots of 737 Max, which was grounded last year following two fatal crashes linked to its flight-control software.
The Chicago-based company has stumbled repeatedly as it has sought approval for the 737 Max, which has been grounded since March after 2 crashes killed 346 people.
Boeing's problems are growing, as more details about what caused the 737 max crashes comes out. At this rate, the aviation giant may never be able to meet its requisite targets.
The revelation surfaced in a new batch of documents detailing internal communications of Boeing officials, which were provided to the US aviation regulator and US Congress last month.
Boeing’s willingness to take the costly, if correct path, should be a wake-up call that the good old days of soaring cash flow and billions in share buybacks are coming to an end.
The documents, which were handed over to FAA the same day Boeing ousted its CEO, show concerns were expressed by Boeing employees about the company’s commitment to safety.
Boeing has suffered production stumbles with KC-46 tanker, delays to 777X jetliner & an embarrassing mishap involving its new space capsule over the weekend.
Dennis Muilenburg certainly deserves to take the fall for Boeing's 737 Max crisis, but he is also a convenient scapegoat for more pervasive cultural shortcomings of the company.
The Army has plans for a technology thrust in the near term, including the use of AI to support decision-making. While well-intentioned, this may have unintended consequences.
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