Summary
- Boeing is facing potential criminal prosecution over the 737 MAX 8 crashes that occurred in 2018 and 2019, resulting in 346 fatalities.
- The US Department of Justice has filed a case accusing Boeing of breaching a previous agreement related to the crashes.
- A recent incident involving a Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft operated by Alaska Airlines has triggered renewed scrutiny and investigations.
- Boeing’s response to the DOJ will determine if a fresh criminal case will proceed, with a decision expected by July 7.
