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Texas Judge Weighs Boeing's Fate After 737 Max Crashes

9/3/2025

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A Texas federal judge will hear a motion to dismiss felony charges against Boeing linked to two 737 Max crashes that resulted in 346 deaths.
Boeing's guilty plea was rejected by the judge, enabling a challenge to the charges.
The Justice Department suggested a non-prosecution agreement, requiring Boeing to pay $1.1 billion in fines and compensation.
Families of victims are split on the agreement, with some favoring it and others calling for a special prosecutor.
The FAA's approval of minimal pilot training has raised concerns about Boeing's safety practices.

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A Texas federal judge will hear a motion to dismiss felony charges against Boeing linked to two 737 Max crashes that resulted in 346 deaths.
Boeing's guilty plea was rejected by the judge, enabling a challenge to the charges.
The Justice Department suggested a non-prosecution agreement, requiring Boeing to pay $1.1 billion in fines and compensation.
Families of victims are split on the agreement, with some favoring it and others calling for a special prosecutor.
The FAA's approval of minimal pilot training has raised concerns about Boeing's safety practices.