An update on last fall's deadly UPS jet crash has raised questions over past warnings and renewed focus on Boeing's rocky record of safety in recent years. This deadly crash could be another black eye for Boeing, following the mid-flight door plug blowout of an Alaska Airlines flight in early 2024 and the deadly crashes of Boeing aircraft operated by Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines last decade. Adjekum said Boeing has a responsibility to ensure the continuous safety and reliability of its products, including the MD-11s. But he said Boeing and UPS shared responsibility for safety in this case. And Boeing claims to have improved safety reporting systems and conducted mandatory product safety and quality training for all employees.

Source: Ethiopian News January 16, 2026 00:49 UTC