Prosecutors Recommend Criminal Charges Against Boeing

Reading Time : 3 minutesUS prosecutors have advised the Department of Justice to bring criminal charges against Boeing for allegedly violating a settlement linked to two fatal 737 Max crashes that killed 346 people. Ed Pierson, a former Boeing manager, highlighted ongoing issues with the 737 Max and 787 aircraft, attributing them to leadership failures. Recently, Boeing’s outgoing CEO, Dave Calhoun, faced criticism from US senators despite asserting improvements. Boeing’s reputation suffered further when a door panel fell off a 737 Max during a flight. The DoJ has until July 7 to decide on prosecuting the company.

Starliner Launches with NASA Astronauts After Delays 🇺🇲 🚀

Reading Time : 2 minutesBoeing’s Starliner spacecraft has successfully launched its first crewed mission, carrying NASA astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita Williams to the International Space Station. This milestone follows years of technical challenges and delays, marking a significant achievement in NASA’s Commercial Crew Program. The mission’s success not only certifies the Starliner for future crewed flights but also enhances U.S. capabilities for human spaceflight alongside SpaceX’s Crew Dragon. This development reduces reliance on Russia’s Soyuz spacecraft and strengthens the robustness of the ISS supply chain.