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FAA certifies Boeing 737-7, advancing 737-10 and 777-9 approval efforts

The FAA has granted type certification to Boeing’s 737-7 after years of delay, marking progress in the manufacturer’s regulatory reset and creating a pathway toward approvals for the 737-10 and 777-9. AerCap’s CEO called 737-10 certification vital to the MAX family’s airline appeal.

Discovered 2026-08-05T13:12:39.147656-07:00 | 2026-08-05T13:12:39.147656-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

The 737-7 certification is a concrete regulatory milestone for Boeing and may help advance the still-pending 737-10 and 777-9 approvals.
AerCap’s CEO described 737-10 certification as “vital,” citing the value of a common 737 MAX fleet for airlines.
The FAA’s separate focus on seat-installation inspections across several hundred 737 MAX aircraft shows that certification progress remains closely tied to ongoing operational safety oversight.

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