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A small business jet crash at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona, resulted in five fatalities, including a 12-year-old boy. The HondaJet HA-420 was headed to Provo, Utah, when it aborted takeoff and collided with a vehicle. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident.
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Boeing is exploring the sale of parts of its space business, including the troubled Starliner spacecraft, amid ongoing financial losses and operational challenges. The company has reported nearly $6 billion in losses, raising concerns about its future in the aerospace industry.
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An audit by the Department of Defense revealed the Air Force overpaid nearly $1 million for C-17 spare parts, including exorbitant prices for lavatory soap dispensers. Boeing disputes the findings, citing comparisons with commercial items. The report highlights significant oversight issues within the Air Force's procurement processes.
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Boeing workers have ratified a new contract, ending a seven-week strike that halted production. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers reported that 59% of members approved a deal featuring a 38% pay increase over four years, but the company declined to restore a frozen pension plan.
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Comac's rebranded C909 regional jet aims to compete with Embraer's E2 series, focusing on short to medium-haul flights. Despite securing some orders, Comac faces challenges in international markets, particularly in the US and Europe, where certification remains a hurdle.
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Boeing plans to lay off nearly 2,200 workers in Washington state as part of a broader strategy to reduce its workforce by 10%. The layoffs come amid ongoing financial struggles and production issues following a recent strike by machinists. Affected employees will remain on payroll until mid-January 2025.