The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a scathing report citing multiple systemic failuresthat led to the midair blowout involving a Boeing 737 MAX in 2024. The report faults both Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for inadequate oversight, flawed procedures, and lapses in safety compliance.
Tragedy struck Air India operations when a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bearing serial number 36279, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, en route to London Gatwick. The catastrophic accident resulted in the death of all 242 passengers and crew, and complete destruction of the aircraft.
Boeing, the aerospace giant, is taking steps to withdraw from a previous agreement to plead guilty in a high-profile criminal case. This case charged Boeing with deceiving aviation regulators about the safety features of its B737 MAXaircraft, which was linked to two deadly crashes that tragically claimed 346 lives.
Etihad Airways has announced the promotion of Capt. Majed Al Marzouqi to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Previously serving as Vice President of Safety and Quality, Capt. Al Marzouqi has been instrumental in enhancing the airline’s safety protocols and quality standards.
Boeing has announced that Chief Aerospace Safety Officer Mike Delaney will retire later this year, concluding a distinguished career spanning nearly 40 years with the aerospace giant. The company plans to appoint a successor in the coming weeks to ensure a seamless transition in this critical role.
On February 17, 2025, Delta Connection Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, experienced a critical incident upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Bombardier CRJ900LR aircraft, tail number N932XJ, was completing its scheduled flight from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport when it overturned on the runway during the landing process.
In a recent development, the Deputy Public Prosecutor in Libya has ordered the detention of senior managers and eight additional staff members from Afriqiyah Airways and Libyan Airlines. The detentions are linked to multiple safety incidents attributed to negligence and non-compliance with aviation safety regulations.
Air Busan has reported that one of its A321 aircraft, serial 3297, sustained substantial damage following an onboard fire while preparing for departure at Busan-Gimhae International Airport. Fortunately, all passengers and crew safely evacuated without injuries.
Jeju Air, a prominent South Korean airline, is at the center of an ongoing investigation following the recent crash of one of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft. A preliminary report has revealed the presence of duck DNA in both engines, raising questions about bird strikes as a potential contributing factor.
The Texas Supreme Court has agreed to hear the Southwest Airlines pilots’ lawsuit against Boeing concerning the airline’s use of the B737 MAX. This decision comes despite the court’s previous rejection of the case in May 2024.
