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FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7, but Southwest deliveries may not begin until late 2026

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The FAA has approved Boeing’s 737 MAX 7, clearing a key regulatory hurdle for the smallest MAX variant. Southwest Airlines expects its first deliveries only near the end of 2026, while Boeing prepares 27 previously built aircraft for eventual entry into service.

Discovered 2026-09-26T01:21:19.949954-07:00 | 2026-09-26T01:21:19.949954-07:00

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  • FAA certification removes a major barrier for the MAX 7, but the gap between approval and Southwest’s expected late-2026 deliveries highlights the remaining work before commercial entry into service.
  • Boeing is preparing 27 previously built aircraft, making delivery timing relevant to production planning, inventory management and Southwest’s fleet schedule.
  • The milestone follows the 737 MAX 7 certification that renewed customer interest in the larger MAX 10, linking the program’s progress to expectations for Boeing’s next narrowbody certification.

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