Boeing 737 MAX controversy

The Boeing 737 MAX controversy involves two fatal crashes (Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines) caused by faulty software, specifically the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS), which forced the planes' noses down unexpectedly. Boeing designed the aircraft with new, larger engines that altered flight dynamics, and MCAS was added to compensate. However, pilots weren’t adequately informed or trained on the system, leading to mismanagement. The crashes resulted in the grounding of the entire MAX fleet, extensive safety reviews, and scrutiny over Boeing's design processes and regulatory oversight, highlighting issues of accountability and the importance of safety in aviation.