Boeing 737 MAX Incident

The Boeing 737 MAX incident refers to two tragic crashes involving the aircraft in 2018 and 2019 that resulted in the deaths of 346 people. Investigation revealed that a faulty automated flight control system, known as MCAS, miscalculated the plane's angle, causing it to nosedive. The crashes led to the grounding of the entire 737 MAX fleet and scrutiny of Boeing's safety practices and regulatory oversight. The incidents raised significant concerns about aviation safety and prompted reforms in aircraft certification processes, ultimately highlighting the importance of balancing innovation with rigorous safety standards in the aviation industry.