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Boeing aims to certify key aircraft models by year's end amid ongoing challenges

Boeing aims to certify key aircraft models by year's end amid ongoing challenges
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Kelly Ortberg President and CEO | Boeing

Boeing has faced significant challenges in recent years, including production delays, strikes, and safety incidents. These issues have impacted investor confidence. However, the company is now focusing on certifying its Boeing 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 models by the end of the year.

The 737 MAX family includes four models, with the MAX 7 being the smallest and the MAX 10 the largest. These aircraft are crucial for Boeing's commercial lineup and have been eagerly anticipated by airlines. The company has faced difficulties obtaining certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) due to safety concerns, particularly regarding engine de-icing systems.

In an interview with Aviation Week, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg emphasized the importance of certifying these models: "Two airplanes that are very, very important to our customers and our backlog.” Despite previous setbacks, Ortberg expressed confidence that certification would be completed by year's end.

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The Boeing 737 MAX family has a troubled history following two fatal crashes before the COVID-19 pandemic. The certification of the MAX 7 and MAX 10 has been delayed partly due to these safety concerns. Nevertheless, there is significant demand for these models, with over 1,200 orders for the MAX 10 and 332 for the MAX 7.

Ortberg's comments follow earlier statements from Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella indicating that deliveries of the Boeing 737 MAX 10 might not occur until at least 2027. Alaska Airlines officials have also suggested mid-2026 as a potential delivery date.

Additionally, Ortberg discussed progress on certifying another model, the Boeing 777-9. This aircraft will be the largest jetliner in commercial production once certified. While no specific timeline was provided beyond hopes for deliveries next year, it remains in flight testing awaiting FAA approval.

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