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Breaking: Boeing 737 MAX 10 Wins FAA Type Certification
After 6+ years of delays, the largest 737 MAX variant is finally cleared for takeoff.
Breaking: Boeing 737 MAX 10 Wins FAA Type Certification
The FAA has issued an amended type certificate for Boeing’s 737 MAX 10, marking the type’s formal certification for commercial service. This represents a significant milestone for Boeing as it progresses toward bringing the largest member of its 737 MAX family to market.
The certification was announced on October 20, 2026, during a visit by US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to Boeing’s 737 MAX production line in Everett, Washington. The public confirmation confirms the long-delayed program has reached a major regulatory milestone.
The announcement came in the context of Boeing’s efforts to advance the MAX 10 after years of development and delays, moving the model closer to entry into service with customers.
No other details about specifications, airline customers, delivery timelines, or operational plans were provided in the released material.