Families Demand Tougher Penalties in Boeing 737 MAX Crash Case

The families of 346 victims from two Boeing 737 MAX crashes urge a U.S. judge to reject Boeing's proposed plea deal. They argue for a higher fine after Boeing's agreement to pay $243.6M-$487M for a criminal fraud conspiracy charge, breaching a 2021 deferred prosecution agreement.

Families of the 346 victims from the two fatal Boeing 737 MAX crashes are urging a U.S. judge to dismiss Boeing's proposed plea deal with the Department of Justice. The families demand the government pursue a significantly higher fine.

On July 24, Boeing concluded an agreement to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge. The terms include paying a fine ranging from $243.6 million to $487 million.

This deal follows Boeing's breach of a 2021 deferred prosecution agreement, prompting calls for tougher legal consequences.