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More than 15,500 Boeing engineers and technical specialists represented by SPEEA approved new four-year labor agreements, with 64.11% voting in favor. The deal removes an immediate strike threat that could have disrupted engineering work on the 737 MAX 10 and 777-9 as Boeing also faces a software-related regulatory hurdle affecting 737 MAX deliveries.
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More than 15,500 Boeing engineers and technical specialists represented by SPEEA approved new four-year labor agreements, with 64.11% voting in favor. The deal removes an immediate strike threat that could have disrupted engineering work on the 737 MAX 10 and 777-9 as Boeing also faces a software-related regulatory hurdle affecting 737 MAX deliveries.
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American Airlines is reportedly preparing to expand its planned Starlink rollout beyond Airbus narrowbodies to Boeing 737, 777 and 787 aircraft, potentially covering its entire fleet. The move intensifies competition with United and American promoting faster inflight connectivity as Delta faces pressure over its Starlink strategy.
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The FAA will convene a review panel to determine whether a Boeing 737 MAX flight-management software issue requires corrective action. The problem could restrict pilots’ access to automated flight guidance during a landing scenario, increase workload and prompt a fleetwide response as MAX 10 approval remains delayed.
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Members of Boeing’s largest white-collar union approved sweetened four-year contracts taking effect Oct. 7, ending the threat of a strike by engineers, technicians and scientists. The agreement removes a potential disruption to certification work on delayed aircraft and to Boeing’s production and delivery recovery.
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