Boeing says its software fix for the 737 MAX is ready, awaits FAA approval
It has taken Boeing four times longer to develop the software fix than it projected after the first 737 MAX, a Lion Air flight, crashed...
FAA chief: Manuals should have told 737 MAX pilots more about Boeing’s MCAS system
In testimony before Congress, FAA acting administrator Daniel Elwell defended the system of delegating airplane safety certification tasks to Boeing and other private companies. Rep....
Boeing altered key switches in 737 MAX cockpit, limiting ability to shut off MCAS
On Boeing’s 737 MAX, the company altered cutout switches to remove an option that would potentially allow pilots to shut off automated controls while keeping...
Engineers say Boeing pushed to limit safety testing in race to certify planes, including 737 MAX | Times Watchdog
Some current and former Boeing engineers who worked on behalf of the FAA say company managers pressured them to limit safety analysis and testing and...
Seattle Pacific University student among those killed in Seattle crane collapse VIEW
Of the three others killed in the collapse, two were workers involved in disassembling the crane who worked for unions in Portland and Seattle. Officials...
Washington Senate passes bills aimed at helping consumers break out of debt
The Washington Senate on Monday passed a batch of bills easing post-judgment interest rates on consumers and barring so-called "pocket service."
Seattle mayor: More needs to be done to keep guns from people with substance-abuse problems VIEW
In the wake of the Lake City shooting, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan said she wants to explore ways to prevent people under the influence of...
FAA chief stands behind Boeing 737 MAX certification, confirms it delegated part of review to the planemaker
Lawmakers question the FAA’s role in approving the Boeing 737 MAX and the underlying safety software, known as MCAS. That system was a new feature...
Recap of Boeing 737 MAX Senate hearing: FAA chief confirms it delegated review of safety system to Boeing
A U.S. Senate subcommittee is questioning regulators about safety in the airline industry in the wake of two 737 MAX crash.