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Boeing seeks FAA extension amid delays in certifying new aircraft
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Boeing has formally requested a two-year extension from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for an exemption initially granted in 2023 concerning the 737 MAX 7 aircraft. This exemption, which pertains to the Flap-Slat Electronics Unit (FSEU), is set to expire on March 1, 2027. Boeing cites delays in certification processes for both the 737 MAX 7 and 737 MAX 10 as reasons for seeking this extension.

In its public filing, Boeing detailed that the FAA had granted an initial exemption on August 25, 2023, subject to specific conditions. By August 1, 2025, Boeing must submit a service bulletin for FAA approval to retrofit a software update of the FSEU across its fleet. The updated design must be incorporated into production aircraft by March 1, 2027. Additionally, operators are informed that they cannot fly beyond this date unless these updates are made.

“The March 1, 2027, date in the conditions was based on the anticipated 737-10 Type Certification timing," stated Boeing. "Boeing is seeking a two-year extension to Time Limited Exemption No. 21006 for the Flap-Slat Electronics Unit (FSEU) P/N 285A1200-5 for the 737-7 consistent with prior assumptions.”

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The need for an exemption stems from issues discovered with the Built-In Test Equipment (BITE) function of the FSEU during testing of the first built MAX 7 model. The BITE function error affects only ground operations and does not impact flight safety or performance.

Boeing argues that allowing continued use of a newer FSEU on the MAX models would prevent operational disruptions such as delayed or canceled flights due to maintenance complexities associated with older units. The company estimates that necessary ground maintenance tests could increase significantly if airlines are unable to implement newer systems.

Ultimately, granting this exemption will allow Boeing to continue using a safer and more efficient FSEU configuration until all necessary updates can be integrated into their certification program for both aircraft models.

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