Boeing

After taking delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft on Sept. 9, the ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) began revenue flights with the new jet on Sunday.

Boeing and the Machinists reached a new tentative agreement Saturday following federal government intervention. A final vote is set for Wednesday.

According to reports on Twitter/X, the aircraft — registered as N834AA — was struck by a cargo container while taxiing to its gate.

Boeing’s striking machinists are not currently expected to be the target of job cuts by the company, according to reports.

Delta and Hawaiian still operate the Boeing 717, although both carriers plan to replace the type by the end of the decade.

The financially ailing aerospace giant announced sweeping changes to its commercial aircraft programs, including the 767 and previously-delayed 777X.

Air India has reportedly been identified as the airline behind a significant order for 85 Airbus jets, including 75 A320neo and 10 A350 aircraft.

Boeing is facing new scrutiny over its handling of the 737 MAX MCAS (Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System) situation.

Boeing announced Tuesday that the company has withdrawn its contract offer to striking machinists union workers as it considers “next steps.”

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a safety alert to airlines Monday warning certain Boeing 737 rudders could become jammed or restricted.