BA - Boeing Warned By NTSB Over 737 MAX Probe Status: 'This Disregard Cannot Be Tolerated' | Benzinga
Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) has been cautioned by the National Transportation Safety Board that it could lose its status as a party to the investigation into a 737 MAX mid-air blowout. This warning comes after Boeing allegedly violated regulations by disclosing non-public information to the media and speculating about potential causes.
What Happened: The NTSB, in a letter to Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun, stated that the company’s actions could lead to it being removed as a party to the investigation, Reuters reported on Thursday.
The NTSB’s Office of Aviation Safety Director Timothy LeBaron highlighted that Boeing’s release of non-public investigative information and unsubstantiated speculations about the Jan. 5 door plug blowout, during a factory tour, violated regulations.
LeBaron warned that further infractions could result in Boeing losing its party status, which would prevent the company from participating in the investigation. The NTSB had previously warned Boeing about similar comments ...