Boeing Fires Executive Who Oversaw 737 Max Planes

Boeing Fires Executive Who Oversaw 737 Max Planes

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Boeing is dealing with the fallout from two fatal 737 Max crashes, leading to the firing of Kevin McAllister, head of the commercial planes division. McAllister, who joined in 2016, claims he inherited many issues. Despite some support, he faced criticism for customer relations and delays. Stan Deal, a Boeing veteran, replaces him. The company is under legal scrutiny and faces criticism from Congress. CEO Dennis Muhlenberg will testify before Congress, coinciding with the Lion Air crash anniversary.

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What was the role of Kevin McAllister at Boeing before he was fired?

CEO of Boeing

Executive of the Commercial Planes Division

Board Chairman

Head of Global Services

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What major issue did Boeing face after the 737 Max crashes?

Financial bankruptcy

Legal scrutiny from the Department of Justice

Merger with another airline

Loss of all customers

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Who replaced Kevin McAllister as the head of Boeing's Commercial Planes Division?

Dennis Muhlenberg

Stan Deal

FAA

Lion Air

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was one of the criticisms faced by McAllister during his tenure?

Handling of important customers and delays

Inability to innovate new aircraft

Lack of communication with the media

Poor financial management

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What significant event is Boeing's CEO expected to attend next week?

A meeting with the FAA

A global aviation conference

Testifying before Congress

A press conference on new aircraft