Boeing Finalizes $243.6 Million Plea Deal Over 737 Max Crashes

Jul 24, 2024, 11:10 PM

Boeing has finalized a plea deal with the U.S. Justice Department related to the fatal crashes of its 737 Max jetliners in 2018 and 2019. The agreement involves Boeing pleading guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge and paying a fine of $243.6 million. Boeing will admit to felony fraud in connection with these incidents. The plea deal has been officially filed in court, marking a significant development in the legal proceedings against the aerospace company.