Boeing’s Turbulent Descent: Deception & Deadly Crashes

Boeing’s reputation is in freefall. The company faces mounting scrutiny over safety failures, financial instability, and a culture of corporate complacency. From fatal crashes to ignored warnings, Boeing’s recent history reads more like a cautionary tale than a legacy of innovation.

Air India Flight AI171: A Tragedy That Shook the Skies

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171—a Boeing 787 Dreamliner—crashed just seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing all 260 people on board. Investigators revealed that both engine fuel control switches had been manually moved to “CUTOFF,” causing a dual engine flameout.

While Boeing and regulators claim the switches were functioning properly, aviation safety advocates argue that design flaws, human-machine interaction issues, and possible electrical failures deserve deeper investigation.

Past Incidents Raise Red Flags

The Air India tragedy isn’t isolated. Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner has faced multiple emergencies in recent months:

• July 25, 2025: A United Airlines 787 en route to Munich declared a “mayday” after its left engine failed shortly after takeoff from Washington Dulles. The aircraft dumped fuel and returned safely, but the FAA launched an investigation into “possible engine issues”.
• July 31, 2025: A LATAM Airlines 787 flying to Santiago circled over the Pacific for nearly an hour before returning to LAX with its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) deployed—a device triggered by major electrical system failures.

These incidents, combined with the Air India crash, suggest systemic vulnerabilities in Boeing’s 787 fleet.

Financial Freefall

Boeing reported a staggering $11.8 billion loss in 2024, and 2025 hasn’t offered much relief. The company has resorted to:

• Selling off non-core assets
• Issuing up to $25 billion in new debt and equity
• Laying off thousands of workers
• Tapping emergency credit lines

Culture of Complacency

Internal audits were ignored. Whistleblowers were sidelined. FAA inspections revealed systemic failures in Boeing’s quality control. In 2024, Boeing agreed to plead guilty to fraud and pay up to $487 million—a plea later rejected by a federal judge over oversight concerns

While Boeing stumbles, Airbus is soaring. Its fuel-efficient A321XLR is winning orders, and airlines are shifting loyalty. The contrast is stark—and growing.

Advocating For Safer Skies

When aviation disasters strike, families need more than sympathy—they need justice. Attorney Mike Andrews, author of Aviation Litigation & Accident Investigation, is representing over 120 families affected by the Air India Flight 171 crash.

Andrews is challenging Boeing’s narrative, citing FAA records of water leaks into electronics bays that could compromise engine control systems. He’s demanding transparency, accountability, and answers for grieving families.