US accused of offering Boeing 'sweetheart deal' over fatal crashes
The US Department of Justice plans to charge Boeing with fraud over the Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines crashes, proposing a plea deal that angers victims' families for lacking accountability.
Read original article
The US Department of Justice is planning to charge Boeing with fraud related to the fatal crashes of Lion Air flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines flight 302 in 2018 and 2019, which claimed 346 lives. Despite the charges, the department intends to offer Boeing a plea deal, angering the families of the victims. The proposed deal includes a fine, a three-year probation term, and oversight by a corporate monitor. Attorneys representing the families criticized the deal as a "sweetheart plea deal" that lacks justice for the victims. They plan to challenge the deal in court and in the public eye. This development follows a previous agreement between Boeing and the justice department in 2021, which shielded the company from criminal charges but was breached earlier this year. The families of the crash victims are expected to vehemently oppose the new plea deal, arguing that it fails to hold Boeing accountable for the lives lost in the crashes.
Related
US prosecutors recommend Justice Department criminally charge Boeing
US prosecutors recommend criminal charges against Boeing for violating a settlement related to 737 MAX crashes. Boeing disputes claims, faces potential charges, and negotiates with the Justice Department. Families seek hefty fines and prosecution.
Boeing should face criminal charges, say US prosecutors – reports
US prosecutors recommend Boeing face criminal charges for violating a settlement related to 737 Max crashes. Boeing may face consequences for failing to implement an ethics program as agreed in the settlement.
US sanctions Boeing for sharing information about 737 MAX 9 investigation
Boeing faces U.S. sanctions for unauthorized disclosures on a Boeing 737 Max 9 incident. NTSB criticizes Boeing for speculating on causes, emphasizing determining the accident's cause. Despite scrutiny, Boeing retains party status.
Will the US Prosecute Boeing?
A father, Ike Riffel, seeks justice for his sons lost in the Boeing 737 Max crash. Concerns arise over a potential deferred prosecution agreement, prompting calls for accountability and improved aviation safety.
Justice Department Is Said to Offer Boeing Plea Deal over 737 MAX Crashes
The U.S. Justice Department seeks a guilty plea from Boeing over the 737 Max crashes, proposing a $244 million fine, safety investments, and monitoring. Families find the offer insufficient for not admitting fault.
5 commentsLol what. With these rampant revolving doors I wouldn’t even trust an “independently appointed” monitor. But allowing them to nominate their own is another level of insanity.
Related
US prosecutors recommend Justice Department criminally charge Boeing
US prosecutors recommend criminal charges against Boeing for violating a settlement related to 737 MAX crashes. Boeing disputes claims, faces potential charges, and negotiates with the Justice Department. Families seek hefty fines and prosecution.
Boeing should face criminal charges, say US prosecutors – reports
US prosecutors recommend Boeing face criminal charges for violating a settlement related to 737 Max crashes. Boeing may face consequences for failing to implement an ethics program as agreed in the settlement.
US sanctions Boeing for sharing information about 737 MAX 9 investigation
Boeing faces U.S. sanctions for unauthorized disclosures on a Boeing 737 Max 9 incident. NTSB criticizes Boeing for speculating on causes, emphasizing determining the accident's cause. Despite scrutiny, Boeing retains party status.
Will the US Prosecute Boeing?
A father, Ike Riffel, seeks justice for his sons lost in the Boeing 737 Max crash. Concerns arise over a potential deferred prosecution agreement, prompting calls for accountability and improved aviation safety.
Justice Department Is Said to Offer Boeing Plea Deal over 737 MAX Crashes
The U.S. Justice Department seeks a guilty plea from Boeing over the 737 Max crashes, proposing a $244 million fine, safety investments, and monitoring. Families find the offer insufficient for not admitting fault.