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Boeing’s shareholders have voted to re-elect its outgoing CEO, Dave Calhoun, despite a proxy adviser's recommendation against it, amid an ongoing safety culture crisis. Last month, Proxy Adviser Glass Lewis advised shareholders not to re-elect Calhoun at this week’s annual meeting. However, shareholders ignored this guidance and passed the measure, according to a preliminary tally. [...]
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has indeed initiated an investigation into Boeing's safety protocol declarations after a recent incident involving a 737 Max aircraft. In January, a mid-air panel detachment occurred on an Alaska Airlines-operated Boeing 737-9, prompting serious safety concerns. The incident, which took place at an altitude of 16,000 feet and [...]
China's domestically developed narrowbody passenger aircraft, the C919, has successfully completed a series of rigorous post-flight safety assessments. This significant milestone is poised to bolster the C919's prospects in international markets, escalating competition with its counterpart, Boeing, amidst the American manufacturer's ongoing technical challenges. The completion of the "deep level" safety tests represents a pivotal [...]
Joshua Dean, a former Boeing whistleblower, has tragically passed away, adding to a series of concerns surrounding safety issues within the aviation giant. His death comes just a month after another former Boeing employee was found deceased in his car. Dean's passing has raised questions and renewed attention on the safety practices within Boeing, particularly [...]
The U.S. Congress has successfully finalized a significant FAA reauthorization package, securing $105 billion in funding for the Federal Aviation Administration through September 2028. This legislative achievement follows extended negotiations and is set for upcoming votes in both the House and Senate before the existing FAA funding extension expires on May 10. The comprehensive bill [...]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proceeding with caution as it explores integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into aviation, reflecting a broader initiative under the Biden administration to harness AI across federal agencies. However, the FAA's path is fraught with unique challenges, especially concerning safety and operational efficiency in the national airspace. The FAA, in collaboration [...]
Nigeria's aviation authority has grounded Dana Air after a recent incident involving a runway excursion at Lagos Airport, prompting concerns over the airline's safety practices and financial stability. The directive, issued by Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo, mandates an immediate suspension of the airline's operations to allow for a comprehensive audit. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority [...]
Even as Boeing grapples with mounting scrutiny over safety issues plaguing its 737 series jets, two high-ranking executives are poised to receive substantial compensation packages. Despite announcing their departures from the company, these leaders stand to collect a combined total of $45 million, according to recent disclosures from Boeing. The significant payouts to these executives [...]
As aviation safety remains a top priority, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a final airworthiness directive targeting non-synchronous vibrations (NSV) on CFM International LEAP 1-A engines, used on Airbus A319neo, A320neo, and A321neo aircraft. While EASA has taken decisive action, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is yet to follow suit, despite [...]
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on Monday its plans to implement new regulations mandating the use of Safety Management Systems (SMS) by charter, commuter, air tour operators, and aircraft manufacturers. This move aims to enhance safety measures and reduce accidents within the aviation industry. SMS comprises a comprehensive set of policies and procedures designed [...]
