The FAA certified the 737 Max in 2017. [Courtesy: Boeing]
Key Takeaways:
Despite its history of tragic accidents and a worldwide grounding, the Boeing 737 Max has made a strong comeback, securing significant orders from major global airlines like United, Southwest, and Ryanair.
Airlines are rapidly integrating the Max into their fleets due to its enhanced fuel efficiency, longer range, increased passenger capacity, and initial operational commonality with the 737NG.
Following a 20-month grounding during which critical updates to its systems and pilot training were implemented, the 737 Max has been declared safe by regulators and is operating globally, with Boeing planning to significantly increase production rates.
Despite two tragic accidents and a worldwide grounding, the Boeing 737 Max has managed to lock in significant orders from some of the world’s largest air carriers.
This week United Airlines announced it took delivery of the 100th Boeing 737 Max to its fleet—making it the second largest operator of the aircraft—just slightly behind European-based carrier Ryanair.
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Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.
