Justice Department reaches deal to allow Boeing to avoid prosecution over 737 Max crashes
The Washington TimesFriday, May 23, 2025 at 7:18:00 PM
The Justice Department struck a deal with Boeing that lets the company dodge criminal charges tied to the 737 Max crashes, which killed 346 people. Court documents reveal Boeing was accused of misleading safety regulators before the fatal accidents, but now they’ll avoid prosecution by complying with certain terms—likely fines and oversight—instead of facing a trial.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about Boeing—it’s a test of how much accountability giant corporations face when their mistakes cost lives. The deal spares Boeing the reputational and financial blow of a trial, but critics will argue it’s another example of powerful companies skirting real consequences. For families of the victims, it’s a bitter outcome. For travelers, it raises questions about whether safety reforms will stick or if profit still trumps accountability in aviation.
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