Boeing's 737 Max 7 plane gets FAA approval after years of delays

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officially certified Boeing’s 737 Max 7 on Monday, marking a significant milestone for the manufacturer after years of development delays. As the smallest model in the 737 Max family, the aircraft is now cleared to begin the process of entering commercial service.

The certification follows a prolonged period of regulatory scrutiny and production setbacks for the aerospace company. The Max 7 is a key component of Boeing’s best-selling jetliner series, and this approval represents a major step toward expanding the operational fleet of the Max program.