FAA Prepares Final Approval For Long Delayed Boeing 737 MAX 10

The FAA may certify Boeing's 737 MAX 10 next week despite a software glitch. The issue, reported by Simple Flying and The Air Current, involves a flight management computer error during go-arounds. The FAA deemed it not a safety risk. WestJet, the launch customer, and other airlines prefer the older U13 software. United Airlines, with 167 orders, may delay MAX 10 deliveries due to the glitch.

The FAA is expected to certify Boeing's 737 MAX 10 this week, following a final safety review. The MAX 10 is a larger variant of Boeing's 737 MAX, with nearly 1,500 orders from airlines. Certification has been delayed due to safety reviews and production issues, impacting Boeing's financial recovery and market share against Airbus' A321neo.

The FAA plans to certify Boeing's 737 MAX 10 jet despite a software glitch. The issue, known since 2024, may cause partial autopilot disengagement during go-around procedures. Airlines like WestJet and United have expressed concerns, with some refusing deliveries of aircraft with the flawed software. The FAA deemed the issue not critical to flight safety. United Airlines, a major buyer, has 167 firm orders for the MAX 10.

Boeing won contracts for the US Air Force's F-47 and Navy's F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter jets, making it the sole supplier for both. The Pentagon's reliance on a single contractor raises concerns about potential risks and delays.

The FAA may certify Boeing's 737-10 as early as next week, completing a key safety review. Boeing expects certification in 2026 and deliveries in 2027. The FAA emphasizes safety determines the schedule, not timelines.

The FAA is nearing approval for Boeing's 737 Max 10 after a successful certification board meeting. Approval could come as early as next week, though the FAA emphasizes safety sets the schedule. The Max 10 is crucial for Boeing's competition with Airbus and debt reduction plans.