The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a criminal investigation into the Boeing jetliner blowout incident on an Alaska Airlines flight that occurred in January, according to the Wall Street Journal. Investigators have contacted passengers and crew, including pilots and flight attendants, to gather information about the incident. The blowout, which happened shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, prompted an emergency landing but resulted in no serious injuries. The investigation aims to determine if Boeing complied with a previous settlement regarding the safety of its 737 Max aircraft following two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019. Boeing’s acknowledgment of missing documentation regarding the door panel on the Alaska Airlines plane has raised concerns about quality assurance and safety management systems.
DOJ Investigates Boeing Jetliner Blowout Incident on Alaska Airlines Flight
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