China confirms that the black boxes of a Boeing 737-800 jet that crashed last month were badly damaged, leaving virtually no publicly available clues to explain its violent plunge into a wooded hillside, killing all 132 people on board.

Black boxes of a Boeing 737-800 jet damaged, no clues left to explain crash

The war in Ukraine has caused widespread destruction in the eastern European nation. But the effects of it can be seen around the whole world. &nbsp;

In one such effect, Boeing, a US company, is also highly likely to lose orders of about 90 jets. This may occur due to "geopolitical issues", which are related to the war, a CNN report said citing the company on Tuesday. &nbsp;

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Although the orders have not been cancelled yet, it has put them in accounting limbo, which means that there are many questions over the completion of these orders. &nbsp;

Around 141 jets were added to the list in March, the company also disclosed as per a Reuters report. &nbsp;

The Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the following economic sanctions have affected the orders of more than 90 jets of 737 Max. &nbsp;

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In the last two years, the number of orders in the accounting limbo has been rising. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In total, around 950 commercial jet orders seem to have been put in this ‘uncertain status’ list. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The sanctions have also played a major role in this development as the company is not doing any business with the Russian firms and vice versa. &nbsp;

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The war in Ukraine has caused widespread destruction in the eastern European nation. But the effects of it can be seen around the whole world. In one such effect, Boeing, a US company, is also highly likely to lose orders of about 90 jets.

The war in Ukraine has caused widespread destruction in the eastern European nation. But the effects of it can be seen around the whole world. In one such effect, Boeing, a US company, is also highly likely to lose orders of about 90 jets. This may occur due to "geopolitical issues", which are related to the war, a CNN report said citing the company on Tuesday. Also Read | Japan's Mako: Once a princess, now an unpaid volunteer at NYC museum in US Although the orders have not been cancelled yet, it has put them in accounting limbo, which means that there are many questions over the completion of these orders. Around 141 jets were added to the list in March, the company also disclosed as per a Reuters report. The Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the following economic sanctions have affected the orders of more than 90 jets of 737 Max. Watch: New York sees 2nd attack on Sikhs in two weeks × In the last two years, the number of orders in the accounting limbo has been rising. In total, around 950 commercial jet orders seem to have been put in this ‘uncertain status’ list. The sanctions have also played a major role in this development as the company is not doing any business with the Russian firms and vice versa. (With inputs from agencies)

Russia's Ukraine invasion costs US company Boeing over 90 jet orders  

A China Eastern passenger jet crashed in Southwest China a few days ago. All 132 passengers are reportedly dead. Rescue teams combed the hillside but couldn't find any survivors. Now, the search crew says the second black box was found.

Boeing plane crash in China: Search crew says second black box found

A China Eastern passenger jet crashed in Southwest China Yesterday. All 132 passengers are feared dead. Rescue teams combed the hillside but couldn't find any survivors.

China Boeing 737 crash: Rescue teams comb hillside but no survivors found in crash

A China Eastern passenger jet crashed today in Southwest China. All 132 passengers are feared dead. Footage from a security camera near the crash site shows the plane diving straight to the ground. Meanwhile, India has also enhanced surveillance on its Boeing 737s.

China's biggest air disaster in 12 years: All 122 passengers feared dead in Boeing 737 crash

As per local Chinese media reports, a Boeing 737 passenger plane carrying 133 passengers has crashed in China. The plane belonging to China Eastern Airlines crashed in Teng County, Wuzhou of Guangxi province which further caused a mountain fire.

Boeing jet carrying 133 passenger crashes in China, cause remains unknown

A Boeing 737 passenger jet carrying 133 people has crashed in South-West China. The number of casualties is still unknown. However, China says that rescue teams have been dispatched.

Boeing 737 passenger jet carrying 133 people crashes in China, rescue teams dispatched

The US Federal Aviation Administration said it would perform final inspections on new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, and will not allow the plane maker to self-certify the jets.

'Boeing cannot self-certify,' US to inspect new 787 Dreamliners

Boeing has delivered just 32 aircraft last month, the plane makers as sidelined 787 Dreamliner program and it's continuing to weigh on its ability to capitalize on a recovery in air travel.

787 Dreamliner plane problem weighs on Boeing

In a mega order, Qatar Airways agreed to buy up to 50 large cargo planes and&nbsp;committed to take around 50 more Boeing 737 Max jets, the US aircraft maker said on Tuesday. &nbsp;

This can be seen as a huge win for Boeing over European rival Airbus. &nbsp;

The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed by the companies. &nbsp;

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Although the list price of the planes would come up to about $27 billion, the airlines usually get deep discounts. &nbsp;

This comes as Airbus canceled a Qatar Airways order after an unusually bitter fight over complaints made by Qatar&nbsp;over paint jobs on a different model of the company's jet. &nbsp;

After the incident, Boeing swooped in to get the order. &nbsp;&nbsp;

During a signing ceremony at the White House, the order for cargo planes was announced. It was attended by executives from the airline and Boeing and other officials of both governments. &nbsp;

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The order was also praised by US President Joe Biden during an Oval Office meeting with the emir of Qatar. Biden called it "one of the largest deals that Boeing aircraft has ever had, and it will support tens of thousands of good-paying US Jobs here in America." &nbsp;&nbsp;

Qatar Airways will be the first airline to operate the 777-8, Boeing said. The airline has placed a firm order for 34 planes and took options for 16 more. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In a mega order, Qatar Airways agreed to buy up to 50 large cargo planes and committed to take around 50 more Boeing 737 Max jets, the US aircraft maker said on Tuesday.

In a mega order, Qatar Airways agreed to buy up to 50 large cargo planes and committed to take around 50 more Boeing 737 Max jets, the US aircraft maker said on Tuesday. This can be seen as a huge win for Boeing over European rival Airbus. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed by the companies. Also Read: Qatar to become major non-NATO ally, US President tells emir Although the list price of the planes would come up to about $27 billion, the airlines usually get deep discounts. This comes as Airbus canceled a Qatar Airways order after an unusually bitter fight over complaints made by Qatar over paint jobs on a different model of the company's jet. After the incident, Boeing swooped in to get the order. During a signing ceremony at the White House, the order for cargo planes was announced. It was attended by executives from the airline and Boeing and other officials of both governments. Also Read: Two men charged with making death threats to US President Joe Biden separately The order was also praised by US President Joe Biden during an Oval Office meeting with the emir of Qatar. Biden called it "one of the largest deals that Boeing aircraft has ever had, and it will support tens of thousands of good-paying US Jobs here in America." Qatar Airways will be the first airline to operate the 777-8, Boeing said. The airline has placed a firm order for 34 planes and took options for 16 more. (With inputs from agencies)

After spat with Airbus, Qatar Airways’ mega airplane order goes to Boeing

Which are the world's best-selling airplanes?

US plane maker Boeing has incurred a 3.5 billion dollar charge in the fourth quarter. This was due to longer than expected delivery delays.

US plane maker Boeing incurs a 3.5 billion dollar charge due to delivery delays

Beating its rival Boeing, Airbus has kept its crown as the world's largest jet maker for the 3rd year running.

Airbus beats its rival Boeing to keep its top plane maker spot

Around three years after the deadly crash, Indonesian government has finally lifted the ban on the Boeing 737 MAX, the transport ministry of the country said on Tuesday. &nbsp;

In the crash, all 189 people on board this kind of aircraft, which was operated by domestic carrier Lion Air, had died. &nbsp;

After another deadly mishap in March 2019, which involved similar aircraft operated by Ethiopian Airlines, aviation authorities around the world grounded this plane.

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The new development comes as the aircraft has returned to service in the United States and Europe some time ago.&nbsp;

It also follows lifting of grounding orders in countries, such as Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, India, Australia and Ethiopia. &nbsp;

In a statement, the ministry said that the lifting of the ban was effective immediately. It also follows the evaluation of changes to the system of the aircraft by regulators. &nbsp;

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The airlines must also follow airworthiness directives and check the 737 MAX planes before flying them again, it said.&nbsp;The government will also inspect the planes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia chief executive Irfan Setiaputra told Reuters that it has no plans to reintroduce the aircraft to its fleet as it is now focusing on debt restructuring. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Around three years after the deadly crash, Indonesian government has finally lifted the ban on the Boeing 737 MAX, the transport ministry of the country said on Tuesday.

Around three years after the deadly crash, Indonesian government has finally lifted the ban on the Boeing 737 MAX, the transport ministry of the country said on Tuesday. In the crash, all 189 people on board this kind of aircraft, which was operated by domestic carrier Lion Air, had died. After another deadly mishap in March 2019, which involved similar aircraft operated by Ethiopian Airlines, aviation authorities around the world grounded this plane. Also Read: First local Omicron variant transmission case reported in Indonesia The new development comes as the aircraft has returned to service in the United States and Europe some time ago. It also follows lifting of grounding orders in countries, such as Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, India, Australia and Ethiopia. In a statement, the ministry said that the lifting of the ban was effective immediately. It also follows the evaluation of changes to the system of the aircraft by regulators. Also Read: Plane crashes in California, no survivors The airlines must also follow airworthiness directives and check the 737 MAX planes before flying them again, it said. The government will also inspect the planes. National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia chief executive Irfan Setiaputra told Reuters that it has no plans to reintroduce the aircraft to its fleet as it is now focusing on debt restructuring. (With inputs from agencies)

After deadly crash, Boeing 737 MAX comes alive to soar high in sky again in Indonesia

Does 5G delay flights? The CEOs of Boeing & Airbus claim that 5G frequencies can disrupt a flight's radio altimeters & make landings risky.

US airlines spar with tele communication companies

Does 5G delay flights? The CEOs of Boeing & Airbus have warned that 350,000 flights might get delayed due to a planned 5G rollout. They claim that 5G frequencies can disrupt a flight's radio altimeters & make landings risky. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: '350,000 flights to get delayed', Boeing and Airbus CEOs oppose 5G rollout

An Italian supplier at the centre of recent industrial snags on the 787 Dreamliner airplane produced more than 4,000 non-compliant parts destined for Boeing Co (BA.N) over five years, a preliminary report from Italian prosecutors shows.

Italian supplier produces more than 4,000 non-compliant parts for Boeing Co (BA.N)

An Italian supplier at the centre of recent industrial&nbsp;snags on the 787 Dreamliner airplane produced more than 4,000 non-compliant parts destined for Boeing&nbsp;Co&nbsp;BA.N&nbsp;over five years, a preliminary report from Italian prosecutors shows.

Initial results of an&nbsp;investigation launched&nbsp;earlier this year suggest that Manufacturing Process Specification (MPS), or its now-bankrupt predecessor company Processi Speciali, produced flawed parts between 2016 and 2021, according to the document.

According to the report,&nbsp;seen by Reuters, the suspect titanium parts made it into 35 Boeing 787 fuselages.

It added that the Brindisi-based supplier also made parts for the Boeing 767, a freighter model which is now also used as the basis for a U.S. Air Force tanker.

The investigation aims to establish whether MPS or its predecessor firm produced flawed components that could threaten air safety, a risk that has been denied by Boeing.

Boeing declined direct comment on the prosecutors' document, parts of which were first reported by Italian daily Il Corriere del Mezzogiorno. It reiterated, however, that airworthiness had not been affected.

"While our assessment is ongoing, this does not present an immediate safety of flight concern," a spokesperson said.

In October, Boeing said some 787 Dreamliner parts supplied by MPS had been improperly manufactured over the previous three years, marking the latest in a series of industrial snags to hit the airliner.

Italy's Leonardo&nbsp;LDOF.MI, which was the immediate customer for parts made by MPS and has said it too is a victim of the suspected failure to meet specifications, declined comment.

A lawyer for&nbsp;former&nbsp;MPS Chief Executive&nbsp;Antonio&nbsp;Ingrosso, as well as for the former chief executive of its now-bankrupt predecessor Processi Speciali, also declined to comment.

The U.S. Air Force did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether suspect parts had reached any of its 767-based KC-46 tankers, the first of which was delivered in 2019.

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The report emerged days after Italian prosecutors ordered the seizure of components intended for Boeing 787s from a Leonardo plant in Grottaglie, southern Italy.

MPS was a sub-supplier until this year for two sections of 787 fuselage made by Leonardo, known as sections 44 and 46.

In the report, prosecutors alleged that MPS or Processi Speciali made 4,189 parts using "titanium and aluminium of different quality and origin" from those ordered by the customer, breaching the relevant technical specifications.

In particular, they said, it produced components using so-called 'grade 2 titanium' instead of a titanium alloy, they said, adding that the metal used had "mechanical and structural strength properties far inferior to those of the alloy".

The affected parts included a clip for the doorframe of the left-side cargo door of the 787, the document said. It did not provide details of any suspect parts made for the older 767.

Prosecutors allege MPS chose cheaper non-compliant metals to save costs and speed up production, resulting in a reduction of additional margins built in to the design to ensure safety.

Eight individuals, including the&nbsp;former&nbsp;head of MPS and the former head of Processi Speciali, are under investigation for fraud and for actions threatening the safety of air transport.

Prosecutors have said the two companies are also under investigation. Leonardo, which filed a lawsuit on Dec. 7, is being viewed by prosecutors as the injured party.

The assets and factory of MPS will be put on sale at the beginning of next year as its predecessor Processi Speciali is being wound up, another court document seen by Reuters showed.

Administrators for the companies did not reply to a request for comment.

Prosecutors said on Saturday initial findings suggested MPS and Processi Speciali used non-compliant metals and violated technical specifications. They did not respond to Reuters request for comment on details of their preliminary report.

An Italian supplier at the centre of recent industrial snags on the 787 Dreamliner airplane produced more than 4,000 non-compliant parts destined for Boeing Co BA.

An Italian supplier at the centre of recent industrial snags on the 787 Dreamliner airplane produced more than 4,000 non-compliant parts destined for Boeing Co BA.N over five years, a preliminary report from Italian prosecutors shows. Initial results of an investigation launched earlier this year suggest that Manufacturing Process Specification (MPS), or its now-bankrupt predecessor company Processi Speciali, produced flawed parts between 2016 and 2021, according to the document. According to the report, seen by Reuters, the suspect titanium parts made it into 35 Boeing 787 fuselages. It added that the Brindisi-based supplier also made parts for the Boeing 767, a freighter model which is now also used as the basis for a U.S. Air Force tanker. The investigation aims to establish whether MPS or its predecessor firm produced flawed components that could threaten air safety, a risk that has been denied by Boeing. Boeing declined direct comment on the prosecutors' document, parts of which were first reported by Italian daily Il Corriere del Mezzogiorno. It reiterated, however, that airworthiness had not been affected. "While our assessment is ongoing, this does not present an immediate safety of flight concern," a spokesperson said. In October, Boeing said some 787 Dreamliner parts supplied by MPS had been improperly manufactured over the previous three years, marking the latest in a series of industrial snags to hit the airliner. Italy's Leonardo LDOF.MI, which was the immediate customer for parts made by MPS and has said it too is a victim of the suspected failure to meet specifications, declined comment. A lawyer for former MPS Chief Executive Antonio Ingrosso, as well as for the former chief executive of its now-bankrupt predecessor Processi Speciali, also declined to comment. The U.S. Air Force did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether suspect parts had reached any of its 767-based KC-46 tankers, the first of which was delivered in 2019. Doorframe The report emerged days after Italian prosecutors ordered the seizure of components intended for Boeing 787s from a Leonardo plant in Grottaglie, southern Italy. MPS was a sub-supplier until this year for two sections of 787 fuselage made by Leonardo, known as sections 44 and 46. In the report, prosecutors alleged that MPS or Processi Speciali made 4,189 parts using "titanium and aluminium of different quality and origin" from those ordered by the customer, breaching the relevant technical specifications. In particular, they said, it produced components using so-called 'grade 2 titanium' instead of a titanium alloy, they said, adding that the metal used had "mechanical and structural strength properties far inferior to those of the alloy". The affected parts included a clip for the doorframe of the left-side cargo door of the 787, the document said. It did not provide details of any suspect parts made for the older 767. Prosecutors allege MPS chose cheaper non-compliant metals to save costs and speed up production, resulting in a reduction of additional margins built in to the design to ensure safety. Eight individuals, including the former head of MPS and the former head of Processi Speciali, are under investigation for fraud and for actions threatening the safety of air transport. Prosecutors have said the two companies are also under investigation. Leonardo, which filed a lawsuit on Dec. 7, is being viewed by prosecutors as the injured party. The assets and factory of MPS will be put on sale at the beginning of next year as its predecessor Processi Speciali is being wound up, another court document seen by Reuters showed. Administrators for the companies did not reply to a request for comment. Prosecutors said on Saturday initial findings suggested MPS and Processi Speciali used non-compliant metals and violated technical specifications. They did not respond to Reuters request for comment on details of their preliminary report.

Prosecutors say Italian firm produced 4,000 flawed parts for Boeing

In a blow to US planemaker Boeing, Australia's Qantas Airways have chosen airbus as the preferred supplier to replace its domestic fleet. This switch is a hit to Boeing and a major win for the European planemaker airbus.

Qantas to switch domestic fleet to Airbus in blow to Boeing

The next frontier of space exploration is accessibility. In a first, a disabled crew has taken flight in zero gravity.

The CEO of Mission: AstroAccess, Eric Ingram selected 12 disabled ambassadors to make sure that outer space is inclusive.

Sina Bahram, a blind computer scientist from North Carolina, who was part of the crew, describes the experience as ''magical.''

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''I've wanted to do this since I was four years old, but the underlying assumption was 'that's totally impossible'.''

Ingram was born with a rare form of arthrogryposis, a physical disability, and wants to challenge the perception that space travel is only for those who meet specific physical criteria.

''I've just been space-focused in pretty much everything I've done career-wise, which has been exciting, and having a disability, and always wanting to go to space, it was kind of always a limiting factor,'' he said.

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''Despite knowing that I'm not going to get accepted, I have applied to become an astronaut twice.''

The non-profit group's mission includes designing technologies with the help of disabled individuals to drive space exploration of all.

For this, they created an illusion of weightlessness for 20 seconds in a Boeing 727 which flew in large arcs.

They utilised sound or vibrations to convey information and incorporated tactile pathways for the disabled team members.

''We combined the textures for the blind or low vision group with the handholds of the mobility impairment group. So, if you've got handholds down the wall, and each of them is textured differently, that provides a different amount of information,'' said Ingram.

The next frontier of space exploration is accessibility. In a first, a disabled crew has taken flight in zero gravity. The CEO of Mission: AstroAccess, Eric Ingram selected 12 disabled ambassadors to make sure that outer space is inclusive.

The next frontier of space exploration is accessibility. In a first, a disabled crew has taken flight in zero gravity. The CEO of Mission: AstroAccess, Eric Ingram selected 12 disabled ambassadors to make sure that outer space is inclusive. Sina Bahram, a blind computer scientist from North Carolina, who was part of the crew, describes the experience as ''magical.'' Also read | Billionaire Yusaku Maezawa becomes first Japanese tourist to visit International Space Station ''I've wanted to do this since I was four years old, but the underlying assumption was 'that's totally impossible'.'' Ingram was born with a rare form of arthrogryposis, a physical disability, and wants to challenge the perception that space travel is only for those who meet specific physical criteria. ''I've just been space-focused in pretty much everything I've done career-wise, which has been exciting, and having a disability, and always wanting to go to space, it was kind of always a limiting factor,'' he said. Also read | Want to become a space tourist? Here is all you need to do ''Despite knowing that I'm not going to get accepted, I have applied to become an astronaut twice.'' The non-profit group's mission includes designing technologies with the help of disabled individuals to drive space exploration of all. For this, they created an illusion of weightlessness for 20 seconds in a Boeing 727 which flew in large arcs. They utilised sound or vibrations to convey information and incorporated tactile pathways for the disabled team members. ''We combined the textures for the blind or low vision group with the handholds of the mobility impairment group. So, if you've got handholds down the wall, and each of them is textured differently, that provides a different amount of information,'' said Ingram.

Inclusive outer space: First disabled crew takes flight in zero gravity

Spicejet will induct 50 Boeing 737 max planes by 2022-23. Spicejet hopes to phase out its older 737 older Boeing 77 800 ng and replace them with fuel-efficient max planes.

India: Spicejet's global operations to be expanded

The largest U.S. manufacturers including General Motors, General Electric, 3M and Boeing face logistics headaches and higher costs due to global supply bottlenecks that are likely to persist into next year but agreed the hit to profits can be mitigated by charging higher prices for their goods.

US companies to keep prices high as supply chain headaches persist

A former chief technical pilot for Boeing was charged with fraud for deceiving federal regulators evaluating the company's 737 max jet, hindering the ability to protect airline passengers and leaving "Pilots in the lurch," the US Justice department said.

Former chief technical pilot for Boeing charged with fraud

Boeing's management is under threat. A US judge ruled that Boeing's board of directors must face a lawuit from shareholdres.

Boeing's management under threat after ruling that Boeing must face lawsuit from shareholders

In more trouble for Boeing, Federal Aviation Administration has rejected company's recent proposal to inspect them.

Federal Aviation Administration rejects Boeing's recent proposal to inspect them

US Federal Aviation Administration has issued a new directive for Boeing 77 Max to address an issue with reduced fire suppression capabilities. It has also issued a directive on Boeing's ability to transport flammables.

US Federal Aviation Administration issues new directive for Boeing 77 Max

Boeing Shares were up roughly 5% at $234 in afternoon trading even as the Dow Jones iIndustrial average dipped.

Boeing turns first profit in almost 2 years

Boeing's unmanned Starliner crew capsule is all set for its&nbsp;test flight&nbsp;on Friday, July 30, before attempting to launch astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).

The space agency's new administrator, Bill Nelson, Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy, and Associate Administrator Bob Cabana held a briefing at NASA's Kennedy Space Center ahead of the launch.

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All three NASA administrators are former astronauts. They spoke about the significance of the upcoming launch and the future of the space program.

NASA and Boeing are targeting launch at 2:53 p.m. EDT with a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.

NASA says the five-to-10-day flight test will help prove the Starliner system is ready to carry astronauts to the space station later this year.

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Boeing is eager for another shot at proving its crew capsule after technical failures put the aerospace juggernaut behind Elon Musk’s rocket company SpaceX, which successfully returned its rival crew capsule from the ISS earlier this month.

During Boeing’s first uncrewed test, in December 2019, a series of software glitches and an issue with the spacecraft’s automated timer resulted in Starliner failing to dock at the space station and returning to Earth a week early.

In February, a NASA safety review panel found Boeing had narrowly missed a “catastrophic failure” in the botched test, and recommended examining the company’s software verification process before letting it fly humans to space.

Earlier this month, Boeing watched from the sidelines as SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico after a two-month voyage to the International Space Station,&nbsp;NASA’s first crewed mission from home soil in nine years.

(With inputs from agencies)

Boeing's unmanned Starliner crew capsule is all set for its test flight on Friday, July 30, before attempting to launch astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).

Boeing's unmanned Starliner crew capsule is all set for its test flight on Friday, July 30, before attempting to launch astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The space agency's new administrator, Bill Nelson, Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy, and Associate Administrator Bob Cabana held a briefing at NASA's Kennedy Space Center ahead of the launch. Happening now: Ahead of the July 30 launch of @BoeingSpace's Orbital Flight Test-2, @Commercial_Crew astronauts and mission experts discuss the #Starliner flight with virtual social guests: https://t.co/qTsZ3f8a3C — NASA (@NASA) July 29, 2021 × All three NASA administrators are former astronauts. They spoke about the significance of the upcoming launch and the future of the space program. NASA and Boeing are targeting launch at 2:53 p.m. EDT with a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket. NASA says the five-to-10-day flight test will help prove the Starliner system is ready to carry astronauts to the space station later this year. Also see| Who is winning space tourism race between Bezos, Branson and Musk? Boeing is eager for another shot at proving its crew capsule after technical failures put the aerospace juggernaut behind Elon Musk’s rocket company SpaceX, which successfully returned its rival crew capsule from the ISS earlier this month. During Boeing’s first uncrewed test, in December 2019, a series of software glitches and an issue with the spacecraft’s automated timer resulted in Starliner failing to dock at the space station and returning to Earth a week early. In February, a NASA safety review panel found Boeing had narrowly missed a “catastrophic failure” in the botched test, and recommended examining the company’s software verification process before letting it fly humans to space. Earlier this month, Boeing watched from the sidelines as SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico after a two-month voyage to the International Space Station, NASA’s first crewed mission from home soil in nine years. (With inputs from agencies)

Boeing's Starliner crewed mission all set for test flight to International Space Station

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a directive to operators of all Boeing 737 series airplanes to conduct inspections to address possible failures of cabin altitude pressure switches.

World Business Watch: FAA orders checks on 9,300 Boeing 737 planes for possible switch failures

Boeing will temporarily reduce production of the 787 Dreamliner plane after identifying a new issue with the jet during inspections, the company announced Tuesday.

Boeing is "reprioritizing production resources for a few weeks" after it "identified additional rework that will be required on undelivered 787s," the company said, without providing further details.

The aviation giant has been working with regulators at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on a system of 787 inspections after earlier production problems on the plane.&nbsp;

The FAA described the problem as a "manufacturing quality issue near the nose on certain 787 Dreamliners in the company's inventory of undelivered airplanes," an agency spokeswoman said.

"Although the issue poses no immediate threat to flight safety, Boeing has committed to fix these airplanes before resuming deliveries. Based on data, the FAA will determine whether similar modifications should be made on 787s already in commercial service."

The latest 787 problem adds to the headwinds facing Boeing even as the travel industry begins to rebound from a deep downturn caused by Covid-19, and commercial airlines announce significant new plane orders.

A Boeing spokesman said new 787 deliveries remain halted as the company negotiates with the FAA on an inspection protocol for the jet's fuselages.&nbsp;

The announcement means Boeing's 787 output "will temporarily be lower than five per-month and will gradually return to that rate," the company said. "Boeing now expects to deliver fewer than half of the 787s currently in inventory this year."

Boeing has previously said it has about 100 787 planes in inventory.

The disclosure about came as Boeing reported 79 second-quarter commercial plane deliveries, up from 70 in the year-ago period.

The figures include a big jump in 737 MAX deliveries after the FAA cleared the jet to resume service in November 2020 following a 20-month grounding due to two deadly crashes.&nbsp;

Boeing's shares fell 1.9 percent in pre-market trading to $233.85.

Boeing will temporarily reduce production of the 787 Dreamliner plane after identifying a new issue with the jet during inspections, the company announced Tuesday.

Boeing will temporarily reduce production of the 787 Dreamliner plane after identifying a new issue with the jet during inspections, the company announced Tuesday. Boeing is "reprioritizing production resources for a few weeks" after it "identified additional rework that will be required on undelivered 787s," the company said, without providing further details. The aviation giant has been working with regulators at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on a system of 787 inspections after earlier production problems on the plane. The FAA described the problem as a "manufacturing quality issue near the nose on certain 787 Dreamliners in the company's inventory of undelivered airplanes," an agency spokeswoman said. "Although the issue poses no immediate threat to flight safety, Boeing has committed to fix these airplanes before resuming deliveries. Based on data, the FAA will determine whether similar modifications should be made on 787s already in commercial service." The latest 787 problem adds to the headwinds facing Boeing even as the travel industry begins to rebound from a deep downturn caused by Covid-19, and commercial airlines announce significant new plane orders. A Boeing spokesman said new 787 deliveries remain halted as the company negotiates with the FAA on an inspection protocol for the jet's fuselages. The announcement means Boeing's 787 output "will temporarily be lower than five per-month and will gradually return to that rate," the company said. "Boeing now expects to deliver fewer than half of the 787s currently in inventory this year." Boeing has previously said it has about 100 787 planes in inventory. The disclosure about came as Boeing reported 79 second-quarter commercial plane deliveries, up from 70 in the year-ago period. The figures include a big jump in 737 MAX deliveries after the FAA cleared the jet to resume service in November 2020 following a 20-month grounding due to two deadly crashes. Boeing's shares fell 1.9 percent in pre-market trading to $233.85.

Boeing to reduce 787 production after identifying new jet issue

A Boeing 737 cargo aircraft made an emergency landing on water in the early hours of July 2 (local time). The landing took place in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Honolulu, Hawaii.

"The pilots had reported engine trouble and were attempting to return to Honolulu when they were forced to land the aircraft in the water," the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a statement.

There were two members of the crew and both of them were rescued by the US Coast Guard. The plane was operated by Rhodes express.

A spokesman for the Coast Guard, Petty Officer Third Class Matthew West, told CNN that a Coast Guard helicopter rescued one of the crew, while "a fire department helicopter rescued the other." A Coast Guard cutter was also dispatched to the scene.

Both crew members were taken to a Honolulu hospital for treatment, West said, adding he did not have additional information about their condition.

CNBC earlier reported that a Boeing 737 had come down in the water.

Shares of Boeing fell by 2 per cent after the news of emergency landing

Boeing's 737 MAX was cleared to fly by regulators late last year after a 20-month grounding following two accidents that killed hundreds of people.

(With agency inputs)

A Boeing 737 cargo aircraft made an emergency landing on water in the early hours of July 2 (local time). The landing took place in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Honolulu, Hawaii.

A Boeing 737 cargo aircraft made an emergency landing on water in the early hours of July 2 (local time). The landing took place in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Honolulu, Hawaii. "The pilots had reported engine trouble and were attempting to return to Honolulu when they were forced to land the aircraft in the water," the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a statement. There were two members of the crew and both of them were rescued by the US Coast Guard. The plane was operated by Rhodes express. A spokesman for the Coast Guard, Petty Officer Third Class Matthew West, told CNN that a Coast Guard helicopter rescued one of the crew, while "a fire department helicopter rescued the other." A Coast Guard cutter was also dispatched to the scene. Both crew members were taken to a Honolulu hospital for treatment, West said, adding he did not have additional information about their condition. CNBC earlier reported that a Boeing 737 had come down in the water. Shares of Boeing fell by 2 per cent after the news of emergency landing Boeing's 737 MAX was cleared to fly by regulators late last year after a 20-month grounding following two accidents that killed hundreds of people. (With agency inputs)

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