Boeing 737 Max 8 Crashes Prompt Global Groundings

Second Crash Raises Concerns About Aircraft's Safety

The second fatal crash involving a Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft has sparked an immediate response from aviation authorities worldwide, leading to mass groundings of the aircraft type.

What Happened in the Crashes?

The first crash occurred on October 29, 2018, when Lion Air Flight 610 plunged into the Java Sea shortly after takeoff, killing 189 passengers and crew. Less than five months later, on March 10, 2019, Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed six minutes after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all 157 people on board.

Boeing Under Scrutiny

The close proximity of the two crashes has raised serious concerns about the safety of the 737 Max 8, leading to intense scrutiny of Boeing's manufacturing and design processes. The company has been criticized for potential flaws in the aircraft's software and flight control systems, which are suspected of contributing to the crashes.