Congress moves to give Boeing break
Different viewpoints:-
Does the FAA ‘dig-in’, holding the line for the required level of safety - for the future without political pressure; flexing their new found independence.
Perhaps aided by Canada and EASA who do not have to agree with either FAA or Congress; thus Boeing would have to modify the design or forego sales in those areas.
Congress are seen to be aiding US industry, but may have a hidden win-win agenda.
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Have Boeing already decided to ‘pull the plug’ on the MAX variants. They lobby Congress for help, anticipating or generating failure (FAA stance) to avoid blame; where the balance of their certification cost and lost sales is offset by selling more of the basic MAX, is the best commercial option for the future.
FAA seen in a positive light - worldwide, which other views in Congress require.
Special aid for Boeing with Congressional support - the hidden cost of war.