Overview

• US authorities are increasing oversight of Boeing's manufacturing line after a door plug broke off one of its 737 Max 9 planes mid-flight, forcing an emergency landing.
• The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to conduct an audit of the plane's production line and is considering the use of an independent third party to oversee Boeing's inspections and quality system.
• Passengers on the affected Alaska Airlines flight have filed a class action lawsuit against Boeing, citing economic, physical, and ongoing emotional consequences.
• Boeing is introducing more quality assurance measures in its production process for 737 aircraft and will open its factories for inspection to airlines that use 737 planes.
• The FAA has grounded all Boeing 737 Max 9 planes with the same door plug component until it decides they can safely return to operation.