Boeing Wins FAA Approval for 737 Max 10 After Years of Delays as Duffy Says Certification Process Should Be Faster
The 737 Max 10, the largest model in the family, was set to start flying in 2020, but increased scrutiny and other safety issues delayed its certification.
TL;DR
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the Boeing 737 Max 10.
- This approval comes after years of delays due to increased scrutiny following two Max crashes and other safety issues.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy advocated for a faster U.S. aircraft certification process to maintain global competitiveness.
- The 737 Max 10 is the largest model in the family and can seat up to 230 people.
- Major customers include Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.
- The 737 Max 10 represents approximately 30% of Boeing's Max backlog.
- Boeing is also working to ramp up production of its 737 Maxes and 787 Dreamliners, opening a fourth production line for the 737 Max in Everett, Washington.