en.Wedoany.com Reported - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) are set to approve the Boeing 737 MAX 7 and 737 MAX 10 models. FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau stated that these programs are on track for certification. EASA Director Florian Guillermet noted progress on the final outstanding issues. Accordingly, the Boeing 737 MAX 7 could be certified in the summer of 2026, while the MAX 10 may receive approval before the end of the year.

Rocheleau and Guillermet shared their views on certification progress at an international aviation safety conference. Previously, modifications to the engine anti-ice system were seen as a certification hurdle. The FAA required addressing an older MAX issue: in dry conditions, the engine anti-ice operation on the 737 MAX 8 and 737 MAX 9 must not exceed five minutes, as prolonged use could cause composite material overheating and damage, potentially leading to the detachment of the inlet lip in the worst case. The alignment of the two agencies is also seen as a sign of improved cooperation after tensions stemming from two fatal 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019. The FAA and EASA are also expanding data exchange for future certification processes.

In Europe, major customer Ryanair plans to purchase up to 300 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft, aiming to receive the first 15 planes starting in January 2027.

The parallel certification of the long-range Boeing 777-9 has been further delayed. Industry sources and comments from FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford indicate that the certification of this model may not be completed until early 2027, whereas previously it was expected to conclude in 2026.

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