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A significant safety incident involving an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 flight, where part of the aircraft's wall detached mid-flight, resulted in an emergency landing. Boeing CEO David Calhoun acknowledged the company's fault in the incident, emphasizing a commitment to transparency and addressing quality control issues. The event has attracted attention from lawmakers and the White House, reflecting its broad impact on the aviation industry. In response, Boeing is conducting extensive safety checks and collaborating with regulatory bodies to prevent future occurrences.


Boeing CEO acknowledges ‘mistake’ related to terrifying Alaska Airlines flight | CNN

Boeing CEO admits error, says mid-air blowout 'can never happen again' | Reuters

Boeing CEO Says Company Needs to Acknowledge ‘Our Mistake’ | NYT