Posted: 8/3/2026 3:06:03 PM EDT
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And the 737-10 is close behind... https://boeing.mediaroom.com/2026-08-03-U-S-FAA-certifies-new-Boeing-737-7-airplane The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has granted Boeing [NYSE: BA] an amended type certificate for the new 737-7 airplane, clearing it for commercial service. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has granted Boeing an amended type certificate for the new 737-7 airplane, clearing it for commercial service. "Our team of dedicated engineers and test experts worked through challenges, an extended pandemic, and the transition to new certification processes," Pope added. "Through it all, our team stayed focused on completing all requirements and delivering a safe and more capable airplane to our customers." https://simpleflying.com/boeing-737-max-7-faa-type-certification/ "However, certification will not result in an immediate entry into service. Boeing said in a media statement that it and launch customer Southwest Airlines are preparing the first aircraft for delivery, including bringing already-built jets up to the final certified configuration. Boeing continues to anticipate the first 737-7 delivery in 2027, while Southwest has said it will need approximately six months after certification to add the aircraft to its operating specifications, manuals, training programs, and maintenance procedures." "The FAA’s approval follows a test program that began in 2018 and included more than 1,000 hours of flight and ground testing, extensive system-safety analysis, and additional human-factors reviews. Boeing said the process also required the certification of a redesigned engine anti-ice system intended to address a potential condition discovered during flight testing. Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said the certification “validates the rigor of our airplane’s design” and recognizes the development team’s resilience." |
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Quoted: I guess we will find out! Quoted: Quoted: Did they fix the falling out of the sky and door blowing off issues? Considering Boeing are heavily ramping up production and the number of assembly lines... its definitely something to monitor. 
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| Boeing made the right bet with the 787 versus the Airbus A380. But when Boeing decided not to replace the 757 Airbus stepped in with the A321 NEO and has put a hurt on 737 sales. The MAX 10 was supposed to address that, but it's been delayed for almost a decade. Add that to the shortcuts taken during development of the MAX, the interminable delays on the new 777, and their crew capsule debacle, I'm not investing in them any time soon. |
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Quoted: Boeing made the right bet with the 787 versus the Airbus A380. But when Boeing decided not to replace the 757 Airbus stepped in with the A321 NEO and has put a hurt on 737 sales. The MAX 10 was supposed to address that, but it's been delayed for almost a decade. Add that to the shortcuts taken during development of the MAX, the interminable delays on the new 777, and their crew capsule debacle, I'm not investing in them any time soon. |
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Quoted: Boeing made the right bet with the 787 versus the Airbus S380. But when Boeing decided not to replace the 757 Airbus stepped in with the A321 NEO has put a hurt on 737 sales. The MAX10 was supposed to address that, but it's been delayed for almost a decade. Add that to the shortcuts taken during development of the MAX, the interminable delays on the new 777, and their crew capsule debacle, I'm not investing in them any time soon. Keep in mind, the 787 was almost cancelled due to their Global Production shitshow. Trying to spread the production all over the world to generate sales was a disaster. Fuselage sections would arrive from overseas IN THE WRONG DIAMETER! Quality control apparently doesn’t translate into non-English languages. Remember the battery fires that grounded the fleet? Yeah, it was a mess. When you consider how successful the 777-200 was when it was introduced, the 787 was the diametric opposite. |
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Quoted: Keep in mind, the 787 was almost cancelled due to their Global Production shitshow. Trying to spread the production all over the world to generate sales was a disaster. Fuselage sections would arrive from overseas IN THE WRONG DIAMETER! Quality control apparently doesn't translate into non-English languages. Remember the battery fires that grounded the fleet? Yeah, it was a mess. When you consider how successful the 777-200 was when it was introduced, the 787 was the diametric opposite. And in reverse, Boeing decided there wasn't sufficient market for a long haul narrowbody to justify a 757 replacement and the market would simply adjust to the shorter range 737 MAX. Airbus disagreed with that assessment, modified an existing design, and came up with the A321 NEO. And history has bourne out that choice. |
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Quoted: Watch the Boeing Netflix documentary A Reckoning for Boeing . Not a chance I will ever fly on a 787 or any newer Boeing. I knew it was bad but wow. We all know about the MCAS on the software side. The physical construction issues are next level. Very eye opening considering the long term problems that will manifest later. |
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Quoted: Watch the Boeing Netflix documentary A Reckoning for Boeing . Not a chance I will ever fly on a 787 or any newer Boeing. I knew it was bad but wow. We all know about the MCAS on the software side. The physical construction issues are next level. Airbus also uses slimmer safety factors in design. Many years ago I was flying on A320s into Long Beach for business meetings. The difference between the A320 and the 737 was night and day; the Airbus felt like it was going to shake apart even in calm weather. I'm not defending Boeing management. They've made some incredibly bad decisions and pissed away one of the best reputations in the world. But when their competition is Airbus and COMAC? Talk about an array of poor choices. |