Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants File Lawsuits Against Boeing Following Mid-Air Incident
Four flight attendants from an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9, which experienced a cabin panel failure during a flight in January of last year, are taking legal action against Boeing for both physical and psychological harm. This information was reported by the Seattle Times on Thursday.
The attendants have filed individual lawsuits aiming to recover damages for both past and anticipated financial repercussions stemming from the event. The claims include references to physical injuries, emotional distress, and other financial consequences related to the incident.
Attorney Tracy Brammeier, representing the flight crew, remarked, "Each of the four flight attendants displayed remarkable bravery by adhering to their training and prioritizing the safety of their passengers, all while fearing for their own lives."
The lawsuits were lodged on Tuesday in King County Superior Court in Seattle, accusing Boeing of product liability, highlighting that the aircraft was unsafe for operation, and alleging negligence in its manufacturing process.
Boeing has opted not to comment on these allegations, and neither Alaska Airlines nor Brammeier responded promptly to inquiries from Reuters.
In a report issued last month, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) criticized Boeing for not providing sufficient training, oversight, and guidance to avert the incident. The NTSB also pointed out deficiencies in Boeing’s safety protocols and noted the failure to install four crucial bolts in the Alaska Airlines MAX 9 during its manufacturing, along with ineffective regulatory supervision from the Federal Aviation Administration.
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