"Boeing 737 Max 9 Blowout: Alaska Airlines Cancels Flights and CEO Acknowledges Mistake"

Alaska Airlines cancels all flights on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes following an in-flight blowout of a fuselage panel, waiting for new inspection guidelines from Boeing and federal officials. United Airlines also cancels flights due to the grounding order. The FAA grounded all Max 9s in the U.S. after a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines jet, prompting concerns about loose bolts and other problems. Boeing is updating inspection procedures and emphasizing safety, while travelers show increased interest in aircraft type when booking flights.