Boeing Faces Sanctions for Unauthorized Disclosure in 737 MAX Investigation

The NTSB criticizes Boeing for violating investigative agreements by sharing non-public information during a media tour.

Boeing shared unverified details about a January 5 door plug blowout on an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 during a press briefing.
The NTSB maintains the focus is on identifying the accident's probable cause, not individual blame.
Boeing retains party status in the investigation but loses access to new investigative data.
The Justice Department is considering criminal charges against Boeing for breaching a 2021 settlement agreement.
Boeing has implemented extensive safety and training reforms in response to recent scrutiny.