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Boeing ‘inappropriately coached’ pilots in 737 MAX testing, US Senate report says
Boeing officials “inappropriately coached” test pilots during recertification efforts after two fatal 737 MAX crashes killed 346 people, according to a lengthy new US congressional report.
Key points:
- A whistleblower said Boeing representatives gave advice to test pilots in flight simulations
- The report accuses Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration of trying to cover up important information
- The committee’s chair said the report highlighted failed leadership and lack of oversight in the aviation agency
The report from the Senate Commerce Committee raised questions about whether this year’s testing of a key safety system known as MCAS — tied to both fatal crashes — was contrary to proper protocol.
The committee concluded Federal…
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