Senate Examines State of Airline Safety Following 737 Max Crashes

The video discusses the FAA's safety certification process, highlighting its defense due to funding and staffing needs. Criticism is directed at the self-certification process, which allegedly allowed Boeing to approve its own planes, leading to a cozy relationship between the FAA and Boeing. The video also covers the FAA's criticized decision not to ground the 737 Max after a second crash, emphasizing the need for international regulatory coordination for the aircraft's return to service.

What was one of the main reasons given for defending the current FAA safety certification process?

• It reduces the need for international cooperation.

• It is critical for managing funding and resources.

• It allows for more innovative designs.

• It ensures faster approval of new aircraft.

What criticism is associated with the FAA's self-certification process?

• It slows down the certification process.

• It allows companies to approve their own products.

• It requires too many engineers.

• It leads to increased costs for airlines.

What term was used to describe the relationship between the FAA and companies like Boeing?

• Hostile

• Competitive

• Cozy

• Distant

What was a major criticism of the FAA's decision regarding the 737 Max after the second crash?

• They did not inform the public adequately.

• They did not ground the plane immediately.

• They failed to coordinate with international regulators.

• They grounded the plane too quickly.

What is necessary for the 737 Max to return to service safely?

• A complete redesign of the aircraft

• Public opinion surveys

• Coordination with international regulators

• Approval from only the FAA