Boeing 737 Max Safety Issues

Workers on Boeing 737 Max felt pressured to work too fast, leading to safety issues and mistakes. An incident in January 2021 involved a door plug blowing out mid-flight. The NTSB is investigating the incident and questioning Boeing personnel about safety concerns and practices.

Plane Crash on Long Island

A small plane crashed on Long Island, killing both people on board. The pilot attempted to return to the runway after takeoff from MacArthur Airport in Ronkonkoma.

Plane Crash in Upstate New York

A family of five from Georgia died in a small plane crash in upstate New York after leaving a baseball tournament in Cooperstown. The single-engine Piper PA-46 crashed near Sidney, New York around 2 p.m. local time.

NTSB accuses Norfolk Southern of interfering in train derailment probe

NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy accuses Norfolk Southern of interfering in the federal probe of the catastrophic February 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, and violating evidence collection regulations. Norfolk Southern denies the allegations.

Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse and the Refloating of Cargo Ship Dali

Cargo ship Dali, which caused the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, has been refloated and is heading to Virginia for repairs and off-loading cargo containers. The bridge collapsed due to the ship losing power and crashing into one of its supporting columns, resulting in the death of six construction workers.

Near Collision at Austin Airport

A near collision between a FedEx cargo plane and a Southwest jet at Austin airport was caused by an air traffic controller's mistake. Safety investigators recommend critical safety technology to prevent such incidents in the future.

Skydiving Plane Crash in Missouri

A pilot and six passengers on a skydiving flight jumped from a small plane just before it crashed in a Missouri field. All occupants escaped safely before the crash.

Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse in Baltimore

Controlled demolition scheduled to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland caused by a massive container ship crash. Crews preparing for precision cuts to remove the ship from the wreckage and reopen Baltimore's busy port. Six roadwork crew members died in the collapse, all Latino immigrants. Crew members of the ship sheltering in place during the demolition. Investigations ongoing by NTSB and FBI.

Hot Air Balloon Crash in Arizona

A hot air balloon crash in Arizona resulted in the deaths of four people, including the pilot who had elevated levels of ketamine in his system. The crash is still being investigated by the NTSB.

Boeing Executive Resignations

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun, chairman Larry Kellner, and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes Stan Deal are resigning following a significant shakeup at the company. The resignations are linked to a quality control lapse involving an Alaska Airlines door plug blowout. The NTSB found that a plane left the Boeing factory without critical bolts. Calhoun, who took over after the MAX 8 incidents, is stepping down amidst criticism from airline CEOs. The shakeup includes the retirement of Kellner and Deal, with a relative newcomer, Stephanie Pope, taking on a new role.

Hot-air balloon crash in Minnesota

A hot-air balloon crashed into a power line in Minnesota, causing the basket to detach with three passengers on board. The passengers had a lucky escape with only minor injuries reported. The incident is under investigation by the FAA and NTSB.

Boeing Erasing Security Footage of Repairs on Alaska Airlines Flight

Boeing erased security footage of repairs done on an Alaska Airlines flight before a door plug blew out mid-flight, sparking a federal probe into airline safety. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident and the lack of records complicating the investigation.

Small Plane Crash in Oregon

A small plane crash in Oregon killed a married couple from Idaho. The crash is under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Small Plane Crash in Central Oregon

A small plane crash in central Oregon has killed everyone on board, with no survivors. The crash involved a Piper PA-32 and is currently under investigation by the NTSB and FAA.

Investigation into Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Plug Incident

Boeing cannot find documents about a door plug that blew off a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet in January, leading to investigations and a criminal probe by the Department of Justice.

Boeing 737 Max Door Plug Incident

The top federal safety investigator says Boeing has not provided key information about a door plug incident on a Boeing 737 Max 9 jet, leaving unanswered questions about who opened and closed the door plug, despite the incident occurring two months ago.

Plane Crash in Tennessee

A small plane crashed near Interstate 40 in Tennessee, leaving five people dead after experiencing engine and power failure. The crash occurred just off the eastbound lanes of I-40 in West Nashville.