Flight crews may face a heightened cancer risk due to cosmic radiation, yet the FAA has no requirements in place for monitoring or minimizing exposure. A new investigation by the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at ASU reveals regulatory gaps that put crew members—and potentially passengers—at greater risk.

The Federal Aviation Administration’s chief, Mike Whitaker, has called for a “fundamental cultural shift” at Boeing to prioritize safety and quality over profits, following a panel blowout on a 737 Max aircraft.