The CEO of Boeing has reaffirmed the company 's confidence in its 737 MAX aircraft following a crash which killed 189 people . A tragic accident like this is a powerful reminder of the importance of our work, and the pride and excellence we must bring to our jobs. In a message to employees , Dennis Muilenburg said that the incident with Korean Air Flight 610 weighed heavily on the hearts and minds of the company , but stated that he had " supreme confidence " in the safety of the aircraft . Muilenburg said that Boeing will continue to work with the Indonesian government and regulatory authorities to establish the cause of the disaster , and that the company will continue to work to improve its safety record .
The CEO of Boeing has reaffirmed the company 's confidence in its 737 MAX aircraft following a crash which killed 189 people . In a message to employees , Dennis Muilenburg said that the incident with Korean Air Flight 610 weighed heavily on the hearts and minds of the company , but stated that he had " supreme confidence " in the safety of the aircraft . Muilenburg said that Boeing will continue to work with the Indonesian government and regulatory authorities to establish the cause of the disaster , and that the company will continue to work to improve its safety record .