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Boeing CEO to Step Down Amid Safety and Production Challenges

The aerospace giant announces a management overhaul in response to ongoing issues with its flagship 737 Max and other aircraft.

  • Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun announces retirement at year's end amid safety and production crises, with a search for his replacement underway.
  • Boeing to replace board chair and commercial airplanes unit chief, aiming to address safety concerns and restore trust.
  • Potential successors include GE CEO Larry Culp, Spirit AeroSystems interim CEO Pat Shanahan, and Carrier CEO David Gitlin, among others.
  • Boeing's struggles with the 737 Max and other aircraft have led to delivery delays, quality issues, and significant stock decline.
  • The leadership shake-up is seen as a crucial step towards instituting a safety-first culture and regaining market share.
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