Round and round Starliner orbits, its descent shrouded in mystery. However, what is clear is that due to subpar development and engineering, Boeing’s stock is set to plummet.
There was a time when Boeing stood as a pinnacle of American industry, a beacon of technological advancement. Yet, a shift occurred post-1997 merger with McDonnell Douglas, favoring financial manipulation over true innovation and business degrees over aeronautical expertise.
Subsequent decisions raised eyebrows, with compromises being made. The outcome? A once-revered American giant now infamous for the tragic crashes of its 737 Max 8 aircraft in 2017 and 2018, along with this year’s alarming midflight incident involving a 737 Max 9 door plug. These incidents are a testament to poor engineering and inadequate quality control.
Editor’s note, July 8, 2024: Just two days after the publication of this piece, Boeing admitted guilt to defrauding the federal government, a serious offense, and agreed to a hefty $487.2 million fine related to the fatal 737 Max accidents.
As I pen these words, Boeing’s Starliner spaceship lingers at the International Space Station. When will it return with astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams? The answer eludes us all.
Let’s not sugarcoat it. Despite Boeing’s Commercial Crew Program VP Mark Nappi’s claims, the astronauts are essentially stranded at the ISS.
2024-07-19 03:15:02
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