Boeing Faces First U.S. Civil Trial Over 737 Max Crash

The first U.S. civil trial linked to the 2019 crash of a Boeing 737 MAX operated by Ethiopian Airlines began Monday, marking a pivotal moment for families seeking accountability. Relatives of the victims are pursuing damages, alleging Boeing concealed critical safety flaws in the aircraft’s flight control system.

The trial, taking place in a federal court in Chicago, follows years of legal and regulatory scrutiny over the MAX’s design and certification process. The crash, which killed all 157 people on board, led to a worldwide grounding of the 737 MAX fleet and major changes in Boeing’s safety oversight.

Attorneys representing the victims’ families argue that Boeing prioritized profits over safety, while the company maintains it has accepted responsibility and implemented sweeping reforms. The case is expected to shed new light on Boeing’s internal decision-making leading up to the tragedy.

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