Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun testifies at US Senate
Families of victims and pro-Palestinian protesters attended Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun’s Senate testimony. Protesters expressed their disapproval, accusing Boeing of selling bombs to Israel and causing the deaths of innocent people. Calhoun entered the hearing room and emphasized his commitment to transparency and taking responsibility. He apologized to the families affected by fatal 737 Max crashes and expressed regret regarding the Alaska Airlines flight incident. The Senate hearing, titled ‘Boeing’s broken safety culture,’ featured strong criticism from Senator Richard Blumenthal towards the company and Calhoun. Boeing’s safety failures, including whistleblower claims, were discussed. The FAA acknowledged its insufficient oversight of Boeing.