Boeing Nears Final Certification Stages for 737 MAX Engine Fix

Boeing is close to obtaining regulatory certification for an engine anti-ice system fix on its 737 MAX jetliner. This step will enable the smaller MAX 7 and larger MAX 10 to enter service. Following previous delays, certification is pivotal for Boeing's comeback against Airbus in the narrowbody market.

Boeing is nearing the completion of regulatory certification for a fix on the engine anti-ice system of its 737 MAX jetliners, executives disclosed. This progress opens the path for the MAX 7 and MAX 10 models to begin service after being long-delayed due to issues with overheating and potential engine failures.

The pending certification is crucial as it marks a significant milestone in Boeing's efforts to regather momentum in the narrowbody aircraft market, currently dominated by European manufacturer Airbus. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration expects to certify the MAX 7 by this summer, as Boeing continues compliance testing for the more profitable MAX 10, which is 98% complete.

Additional updates include an enhanced flight alerting system designed following earlier fatal crashes. Following this, the installations across the in-service 737 MAX fleet are expected within two years of certification. Meanwhile, Boeing is progressing with the certification for the upcoming 777-9 widebody jet, targeting delivery next year.