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Boeing has made its presence felt at the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 with a cross-section mockup of its new 777X cabin. However, its commercial airliners were absent from both static and flying displays this year. At the previous show in 2022, Boeing had showcased its 737 Max 10 and a flight test example of the 777-9.
This year, Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) chose to focus on a safety and quality action plan mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following incidents involving the 737 Max family. After an incident on January 5, where a mid-exit door plug blew out of an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 shortly after takeoff, the FAA launched an investigation into Boeing's production lines. In February, it ordered Boeing to create an action plan to address systemic quality-control deficiencies.
In response, Boeing has begun overhauling its quality-control processes across all manufacturing facilities. The company aims to simplify processes, enhance training programs, and increase supplier oversight. Employees are encouraged to report safety concerns openly.
