Mechanic Richard Cuevas claimed he observed “substandard manufacturing and maintenance practices” on the 787’s forward pressure bulkhead.

The company now expects to hand over 770 aircraft this year, down from a previous goal of 800, it said in a surprise announcement.

The DOJ has until July 7 to make a final decision on criminal charges against Boeing, stemming from a pair of deadly 737 crashes in 2018 and 2019. 

The new whistleblower alleges that Boeing has lost track of hundreds of potentially defective parts, and that those parts have been installed in new planes. 

China is likely to respond to President Biden’s increases in tariffs on Chinese imports, including electric vehicles, in several ways. 

As they weather the fallout from multiple sources of disruption to global commerce, importers and exporters are seeking ways to make their supply chains more resilient.

Boeing said in a statement that it’s removing any affected parts on airplanes prior to delivery and that its in-service fleet can continue to fly safely. 

FAA head Mike Whitaker told a U.S. Senate committee that the agency was "too focused on paperwork audits and not enough on inspections."

Walsh called on regulators to "have the courage to stop and change tack fast" when it's clear that green aviation policies aren't working.

Boeing will meet with senior FAA leaders weekly to monitor performance metrics, progress, and potential roadblocks for its new safety plan.