Families Demand $25 Billion Fine from Boeing Over Crash Victims' Tragedy

Post by : Elena Malik

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Families of victims from Boeing 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019 have formally requested the US government to impose a staggering fine of up to $24.8 billion on Boeing. This demand follows Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun's recent acknowledgment of serious safety issues within the company. During a congressional hearing, Calhoun expressed the gravity of Boeing's safety problems, prompting families of the crash victims to intensify their calls for accountability.

Paul Cassell, a lawyer representing the families, emphasized the severity of Boeing's alleged wrongdoing, labeling it as "the deadliest corporate crime in US history." In a detailed 32-page letter to the US Department of Justice, Cassell outlined the rationale behind the proposed fine, arguing that Boeing should face the maximum penalty to reflect the magnitude of its actions. The families propose that a substantial portion of the fine, potentially between $14 billion and $22 billion, be suspended under the condition that Boeing allocates these funds towards an independent corporate monitor and enhances its compliance and safety programs.

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Furthermore, the families urge the government to initiate criminal prosecutions against former Boeing executives implicated in the decision-making processes leading up to the fatal crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia, which claimed a total of 346 lives. They assert that holding individuals accountable is crucial to ensuring justice for the victims and preventing similar tragedies in the future.

Boeing, a prominent figure in the aviation industry, has faced heightened scrutiny following a series of manufacturing and safety issues. Most recently, an incident involving a Boeing 737 MAX operated by Alaska Airlines on January 5 raised further concerns when a fuselage panel blew out mid-flight, necessitating an emergency landing.

The families' pursuit of justice underscores ongoing challenges for Boeing, highlighting broader implications for corporate accountability and aviation safety regulations moving forward.

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