Boeing MAX 10 Certification Nears Completion as Alaska Airlines Prepares for Delivery

Boeing's long-awaited MAX 10 certification is nearing completion, according to Boeing's Chief Executive Officer Kelly Ortberg. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will be responsible for certifying the aircraft type, which has been delayed for years due to regulatory overhaul following two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.

Alaska Airlines expects its first MAX 10 by next spring and plans to enter service by April or May 2027. The airline has ordered a total of 168 airframes, with 22 deliveries scheduled for 2027 and another 30 in 2028.

The MAX 10 is the largest version of the 737 MAX family and accounts for about 31% of Boeing's undelivered orders at the end of June. The aircraft can accommodate a total of 230 passengers in a high-density layout, allowing airlines to offer more capacity without transitioning to a widebody aircraft.