Boeing 737 MAX 7 Gets FAA Approval After Years-Long Delay

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification to Boeing's 737 MAX 7, a long-awaited approval that marks a significant milestone for the American planemaker.

The certification process was delayed by years, with Boeing initially expecting it to be completed before the end of 2022. However, FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau stated last month that he believed approval of the larger MAX 10 would follow closely behind the MAX 7.

Boeing has built approximately 30 MAX 7s and nine MAX 10s, which are awaiting delivery. The MAX 10 accounts for at least 28% of outstanding MAX orders.