Boeing 737 MAX 7 certification timeline uncertain as FAA prioritises safety and data

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does not have a “specific timetable” for certifying the Boeing 737 MAX 7, according to the agency’s top official. FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker said the agency will certify the smallest variant of the best-selling MAX when “we have all the data that we need and it is safe.”

Despite Boeing’s earlier anticipation of certification by the end of this year, Whitaker emphasised that the FAA would proceed when they have all the necessary data to ensure safety. He stated that he is actively monitoring the status of the MAX 7 and other projects and added, “the issues are being worked and that will continue.”