United Airlines Pulls Boeing 737 Max From Its Schedule Until June 2020

The transcript discusses the ongoing issues with the Boeing 737 Max, including flight cancellations by US airlines until June 4th due to the aircraft's grounding. Boeing plans to halt production in January, with no clear timeline for resumption. The FAA has several steps to complete before approving the aircraft for flight. United Airlines expects to cancel thousands of flights, adjusting their return to service date for more certainty. The 737 Max has been grounded worldwide since March after two fatal crashes, resulting in over 300 deaths.

What is the main reason for the extended cancellations of Boeing 737 Max flights by US airlines?

• Pilot shortages

• Increased fuel prices

• Boeing's production halt and pending FAA approval

• Weather conditions

How many flights per day is United Airlines expected to cancel in January due to the 737 Max grounding?

• 30 flights

• 100 flights

• 56 flights

• 75 flights

What is United Airlines' strategy to provide more certainty to its customers regarding the 737 Max?

• Providing free meals on flights

• Increasing the number of flights

• Extending the return to service date

• Offering discounts on future flights

When was the Boeing 737 Max grounded worldwide?

• January

• March

• June

• September

What was the tragic outcome of the two crashes involving the Boeing 737 Max?

• The aircraft was banned in Europe

• The aircraft was redesigned

• Over 300 people lost their lives

• Boeing was fined heavily