Boeing's CEO, Dave Calhoun, has taken responsibility for the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX incident, acknowledging mistakes and vowing transparency in the investigation. The incident has heightened concerns and eroded confidence in the 737 MAX following its involvement in fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019. NTSB chair Jennifer Homendy stated during a media briefing concerning the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 incident that this crucial information was not included in the flight manual. The comments by the NTSB came after Alaska Airlines and United Airlines reported that they both found loose parts in the door plugs of other Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets. On 09JAN, the FAA said that Boeing would revise its instructions to carriers for inspections of its 737 MAX 9 aircraft after United Airlines and Alaska Airlines reported finding some loose hardware.

Source: CBC News January 10, 2024 15:10 UTC