Boeing Faces New Scrutiny Over Safety Violations in 737 MAX Plea Deal

Justice Department finalizes agreement as families of crash victims seek harsher penalties and greater oversight.

Boeing admits to prioritizing production over quality, leading to fatal 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019.
The plea deal includes a $243.6 million fine, $455 million investment in safety, and three years of independent monitoring.
Families of crash victims argue the deal is too lenient and plan to request its rejection in court.
Recent safety lapses, including a January midair panel blowout, raised questions about Boeing's compliance with previous agreements.
The independent monitor will evaluate Boeing's compliance programs but not its design or manufacturing processes.