Boeing 737 MAX 10 Receives US Approval After Years of Delay
The FAA has certified the largest 737 MAX model, clearing the way for deliveries to airlines and, later, flights with passengers.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has given type certification to the Boeing 737 MAX 10. Simple Flying reported the approval on October 20, 2026. The plane is the biggest version of Boeing's popular narrowbody 737 MAX family.
The approval comes after more than six years of delays. Paddle Your Own Kanoo wrote that the MAX 10 was meant to be the last MAX model to get certified, but the process took years longer than planned.
The news built up over several days. The Air Current reported on October 16 that Boeing and the FAA held a final certification board meeting, which it described as successful. Paddle Your Own Kanoo, citing Reuters, said Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy planned to announce the news at Boeing's Everett, Washington, factory. The Department of Transportation had not confirmed this before the event.
According to Paddle Your Own Kanoo, the approval means Boeing can start delivering the MAX 10 to airline customers. The plane can then carry passengers on commercial flights.
What it means for travelers
Certification is the main step before an aircraft can carry passengers. Airlines that ordered the MAX 10 can now plan to receive it. The notes do not say which airlines will fly it first or which routes it will serve.
What to watch next
Watch for airline announcements about when the first MAX 10 deliveries will happen and which routes will use the plane. Check your booking with your airline for the exact aircraft type.
How the story unfolded
- Simple Flying Breaking: Boeing 737 MAX 10 Wins FAA Type Certification
Read the original reporting
- Simple Flying – Breaking: Boeing 737 MAX 10 Wins FAA Type Certification ↗
- Paddle Your Own Kanoo – Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Set to Announce Long-Awaited Certification of Boeing 737 MAX 10 On Tuesday ↗
- The Air Current – Boeing and FAA hold final meeting to clear 737 Max 10 for certification ↗
Quick questions
What is the news in short?
The FAA has certified the largest 737 MAX model, clearing the way for deliveries to airlines and, later, flights with passengers.
How does this affect trips to United States?
Certification is the main step before an aircraft can carry passengers. Airlines that ordered the MAX 10 can now plan to receive it. The notes do not say which airlines will fly it first or which routes it will serve.
What happens next?
Watch for airline announcements about when the first MAX 10 deliveries will happen and which routes will use the plane. Check your booking with your airline for the exact aircraft type.
Which outlets reported this?
This brief is based on reporting from Simple Flying, Paddle Your Own Kanoo and The Air Current. Links to the original stories are listed on this page.
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