Boeing Replaces Head of Troubled 737 Max Program

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Boeing is making a change at the top of its 737 Max program following a recent incident involving one of its jets. After a panel blew out on an Alaska Airlines flight, resulting in a temporary grounding of the aircraft type and increased scrutiny of Boeing’s operations, the company has decided to replace the program head.

According to a memo sent to employees by Stan Deal, the CEO of Boeing’s commercial airplane unit, Ed Clark, the current head of the 737 program, will be leaving the company. Clark will be replaced by Katie Ringgold, who will take on the role of president and general manager of the program and Boeing’s Renton, Washington site. Deal emphasized the company’s commitment to delivering aircraft that meet the highest quality and safety standards, stating that the leadership changes are aimed at enhancing this focus.

In addition to this change, Boeing has also appointed Elizabeth Lund to the newly created position of senior vice president of quality for the commercial airplane unit. Lund will continue reporting to Deal. These leadership changes are effective immediately.

The incident on the Alaska Airlines flight on January 5 is just the latest in a series of challenges for Boeing. The company has been working to regain trust and stability following the fatal crashes of its Boeing 737 Max 8 planes in 2018 and 2019. These crashes led to the grounding of the aircraft worldwide and a significant impact on Boeing’s reputation. Furthermore, Boeing has faced delays in delivery due to quality flaws in its planes, including misdrilled holes on some Max aircraft.

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Boeing’s struggles have not gone unnoticed by airline CEOs, who have expressed frustration over the delays and have turned to other manufacturers, such as Airbus, for their plane needs. As Boeing works to address these issues and improve its production line, it faces increased scrutiny and inspections from regulatory authorities, including the Federal Aviation Administration.

While Boeing deals with its challenges, Airbus has been ramping up production and deliveries of its planes, presenting a competitive challenge to Boeing.

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