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UK, Australian Authorities Among Latest To Ground 737 Max
U.S. FAA now faces pressure from lawmakers to ground the Max.
Norwegian has replaced certain 737 Max services with widebodies. (Photo: Norwegian)
Norwegian has replaced certain 737 Max services with widebodies. (Photo: Norwegian)

The UK and Australia on Tuesday joined the list of countries to temporarily bar the Boeing 737 Max from operating in their territories, as the fallout from the crash of Ethiopia Airlines Flight 302 continues to build. The UK had registered five Max 8s—all with TUI—and expected a sixth to enter service this week. Meanwhile, Norwegian Air Shuttle operates 737 Max 8s into and out of the UK and has decided to ground its Max fleet on the recommendation of "relevant" European authorities.