Boeing To Temporarily Suspend Production Of The 737 Max

Boeing's board discussed factors affecting the 737 Max, including certification delays and the need to prioritize stored aircraft delivery. Employees working on the 737 Max will be reassigned temporarily. The 737 Max was grounded after two crashes, leading to a production cut. Boeing is working on a software update to address crash-related issues and emphasizes a thorough approval process to regain confidence.

What was the impact of the grounding of the 737 Max on Boeing's production?

Why is the process of approving the 737 Max updates described as extraordinarily thorough and robust?