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Boeing's 737 Max 10 finally wins FAA approval after years of delays

A 737 MAX 10 taking off for a first successful flight, from Renton Field in Washington State.
A 737 MAX 10 taking off for a first successful flight, from Renton Field in Washington State, on June 18, 2021. © Jim Anderson, AFP

Boeing's largest 737 Max jet has cleared a major regulatory hurdle, with US aviation authorities approving the Max 10 for passenger service on Tuesday after nearly a decade of delays. The certification marks a boost for the planemaker's recovery, with deliveries expected to begin in 2027.

Nearly a decade after Boeing unveiled its largest 737 Max jet, the company has cleared a major hurdle in its effort to bring the plane to airlines. The Federal Aviation Administration approved the Max 10 for passenger service Tuesday, ending years of delays.

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