Four Alaska Airlines flight attendants are suing aircraft manufacturer Boeing. The flight attendants were aboard the Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft that lost a door panel shortly after takeoff last January. In separate lawsuits, they are seeking compensation for past and future economic damages, citing physical and mental injuries, emotional distress, and other financial costs.

"Each of the four flight attendants acted courageously, followed their training, and prioritized the safety of their passengers while fearing for their lives," said the attorney representing each plaintiff. "They deserve full compensation for this life-altering, traumatic experience."

The lawsuits, filed this week in King County Court in Seattle, accuse Boeing of negligence and carelessness in the production, sale, and repair of 737 MAX aircraft and their parts.

Last month, the National Transportation Safety Board found that Boeing failed to provide adequate training, guidance, and oversight to prevent the incident. In January 2024, the Alaska Airlines Boeing lost its door panel shortly after departure from the US state of Oregon and had to make an emergency landing. There were 171 passengers and six crew members on board. No one was injured.

The incident sparked a crisis at Boeing. An investigation by the FAA revealed that several bolts in the panel were loose, and loose parts were also found on other MAX aircraft. A criminal investigation also followed, and several key executives resigned from the company.

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Money grab, but Boeing will likely settle out of court.

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