Senate Commerce Chair Pressures Boeing CEO for Oversight Testimony

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee chair Maria Cantwell intends to summon Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to testify before her committee. This move comes as she prepares new legislation aimed at increasing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) oversight of aircraft manufacturers. Cantwell's proposal will mandate the agency to implement safety management systems.

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee chair Maria Cantwell announced Thursday her intent to have Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun testify before her committee. This step is part of her efforts to bolster Federal Aviation Administration oversight of aircraft manufacturers.

Calhoun previously testified before another Senate committee on June 19. However, Cantwell emphasized Thursday that she anticipates the outgoing CEO will also attend a future hearing before her committee.

Additionally, Cantwell plans to release proposed FAA legislation shortly, which will mandate the agency to adopt safety management systems to enhance oversight and safety in aircraft manufacturing.

(With inputs from agencies.)