Boeing: News

07 Aug 2024

Business

'Changed doors like underwear': Boeing employees reveal workplace challenges

Boeing employees have revealed a chaotic and dysfunctional work environment, according to testimony at the start of a two-day hearing conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

Boeing ropes in new CEO as losses triple to $1.4B

Boeing has announced the appointment of Robert "Kelly" Ortberg as its new CEO, effective from August 8.

Sunita Williams to return soon? NASA offers promising update

NASA and Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, currently stationed at the International Space Station (ISS), is set to return to Earth after successful completion of a hot fire test of its thrusters.

When will Sunita Williams return? No one knows for sure

NASA and Boeing are preparing to announce the return plans for astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, who have been aboard the International Space Station (ISS) longer than initially planned.

Sunita Williams still stuck in space, but highlights 'good feeling'

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry E. Wilmore, stationed on the International Space Station (ISS) since June 6, 2024, are awaiting their return to Earth.

08 Jul 2024

NASA

Boeing pleads guilty for fraud in fatal 737 MAX crashes

Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge, thereby resolving a US Justice Department investigation into two fatal 737 MAX crashes.

01 Jul 2024

Business

Boeing acquires Spirit AeroSystems for $4B to address safety concerns

Boeing has confirmed its plans to acquire Spirit AeroSystems in an all-stock deal valued at over $4 billion, according to Reuters

NASA, Boeing refute claims of Starliner crew being 'stranded'

NASA and Boeing officials have denied allegations that astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), are stranded.

Whistleblower alleges serious flaws in Boeing 787 planes

Richard Cuevas, a mechanic at Strom, a contractor for Spirit Aerosystems, has raised concerns about the manufacturing process of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner planes.

Time running out: Could SpaceX rescue stranded Starliner astronauts?

SpaceX may be called upon to assist two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, currently stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) due to a helium leak in their Boeing Starliner.

24 Jun 2024

NASA

NASA under fire for ignoring Starliner helium leak before launch

NASA's Starliner spacecraft, part of the Commercial Crew Program, has experienced helium leaks that have delayed the return of astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, from the International Space Station (ISS).

US prosecutors advise criminal charges against Boeing for settlement violation

US prosecutors have suggested to senior Justice Department officials, that criminal charges should be filed against Boeing.

NASA postpones Boeing Starliner's return from ISS citing technical issues

NASA has officially announced a delay in the return of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft from the International Space Station (ISS).

NASA, Boeing delay Starliner's return from ISS to June 26

NASA and Boeing have postponed the return of the Starliner capsule to Earth until at least June 26, due to ongoing thruster troubleshooting and the upcoming scheduled spacewalk.

18 Jun 2024

US Senate

Boeing CEO to testify before US Senate on aircraft safety

Boeing's CEO, David Calhoun, will testify before the US Senate's investigations subcommittee today.

13 Jun 2024

Atlantic Ocean

British Airways passengers endure 9-hour 'flight to nowhere' 

A British Airways flight carrying approximately 300 passengers from London to Houston returned to its origin after more than nine hours in the air.

12 Jun 2024

Elon Musk

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft's return to Earth delayed until June 18

The return of Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams, has been delayed until June 18.

10 Jun 2024

NASA

NASA astronauts give tour of Boeing's Starliner docked at ISS

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have given a tour of Boeing's Starliner capsule, currently docked at the International Space Station (ISS).

Boeing's Starliner successfully docks with ISS amid technical glitches

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft has successfully transported two astronauts, Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams, to the International Space Station (ISS).

Boeing's Starliner encounters additional helium leaks en route to ISS

Boeing's decade-long Starliner mission has run into new problems on its journey to the International Space Station (ISS), as reported by NASA.

Boeing's Starliner successfully launches NASA astronauts after years of delays

Boeing has successfully launched astronauts into space for the first time, joining SpaceX as a second taxi service for NASA.

Boeing Starliner's first crewed launch delayed due to computer glitch

Boeing's first crewed Starliner launch, scheduled for June 1, 2024, was abruptly postponed less than four minutes before liftoff due to computer issues.

Boeing pledges significant changes to restore trust and improve quality

Boeing, the beleaguered aircraft manufacturer, has vowed to make significant changes in its manufacturing operations.

NASA astronauts to fly on Boeing's Starliner on June 1

Boeing's new Starliner capsule is set to embark on its inaugural astronaut mission on June 1, following a successful flight readiness review.

25 May 2024

NASA

NASA, Boeing heading for Starliner crewed launch on June 1

NASA will launch the first crewed test flight of Boeing's Starliner as early as June 1, despite recent technical issues.

NASA delays Boeing Starliner's first crewed flight indefinitely: Here's why

NASA has announced a delay in the debut crewed flight of Boeing's Starliner capsule, originally slated for May 25, due to a helium leak in the spacecraft's propulsion system.

Boeing confirms $200 million cyber extortion attempt in 2023

Boeing, the multinational aerospace and defense corporation, has confirmed being targeted in a $200 million cyber extortion attempt in October 2023.

FAA investigates Boeing over 787 Dreamliner aircraft inspection doubts

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently investigating allegations of internal malpractice involving Boeing's 787 Dreamliner aircraft.

07 May 2024

Elon Musk

Boeing Starliner's first crewed test flight delayed over technical issue 

Boeing's highly anticipated Starliner space capsule has experienced a delay in its first crewed test flight due to a technical issue.

06 May 2024

NASA

NASA astronauts to fly to ISS aboard Boeing Starliner tomorrow

NASA is set to launch its latest spacecraft, the Boeing Starliner, on its first crewed test flight to the International Space Station (ISS).

Whistle­blow­er who accused Boeing supplier of ignoring defects dies

Joshua Dean, a whistleblower who accused a Boeing supplier of disregarding flaws in the 737 MAX production, has died, according to his family and lawyer. He was 45 years old.

25 Apr 2024

NASA

Sunita Williams to pilot Boeing Starliner's first manned ISS flight

Sunita Williams, the renowned Indian-origin NASA astronaut, is set to be part of the first crewed flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS).

22 Apr 2024

Air India

Air India's last Boeing 747 'Agra' embarks on final journey

Air India's final Boeing 747, affectionately known as "Agra" and previously registered as VT-EVA, took off for its last flight from Mumbai on Monday.

16 Apr 2024

Air India

2 Air India flights cross Iranian airspace hours before attack

At least two Air India planes traversed the Iranian-controlled airspace just hours before Iran launched a large-scale aerial attack on Israel.

Boeing aircraft engine cover falls off mid-flight, probe ordered

Aviation authorities in the United States have initiated an inquiry following an incident where the engine cowling of a Boeing 737-800 detached during take-off, striking a wing flap.

07 Apr 2024

Business

Boeing CEO's compensation sees 25% cut this year: Here's why

David Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, will see over a 25% reduction in his compensation package this year.

04 Apr 2024

Indian Air Force

IAF Apache chopper damaged during emergency landing in Ladakh

An Apache helicopter of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained damage during an unplanned landing in Ladakh on Wednesday, ANI reported.

29 Mar 2024

Ajit Pawar

'No wrongdoing...': CBI files closure in case against Praful Patel

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has closed a corruption investigation against Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Praful Patel, months after he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to quit by end of 2024

Boeing's CEO, Dave Calhoun (66), has announced his plan to relinquish his role by the end of 2024.

12 Mar 2024

Boeing 737

Boeing whistleblower found dead in South Carolina hotel parking

John Barnett—a whistleblower who revealed safety concerns within airplane manufacturing firm Beoing—was discovered dead in his truck at a South Carolina hotel parking lot.