CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Aerospace giant Boeing has been at the center of a lot of controversy lately with several issues plaguing its planes. And it turns out their problems could soon be yours, too.
Boeing's crisis could force airline passengers to pay more for their next plane ticket. Let's connect the dots.
The company has already slowed production of its wildly popular 737 MAX planes. Even though they're making fewer planes, Boeing still has to hire more workers in an effort to boost quality control so your next flight doesn't get grounded. And that could put Boeing — and your wallet — in a tough financial situation.
Boeing is already facing multiple lawsuits in connection with the January Alaska Airlines flight that saw a 737 jet have part of its fuselage blow out mid-flight.
Looking at the bigger picture, Boeing is one of the largest employers in the U.S., having a huge way over the economy. When Boeing isn't making planes, it's not making money.
The fallout from lower production typically means you're going to pay more for your next flight. Something to keep in mind when planning your next trip.
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