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FAA Advances Boeing 737 MAX 10 Testing Amid Order Surge

1/11/2026

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved Boeing's 737 MAX 10 to advance to the second phase of flight testing, marking progress in its certification process.
The Boeing Company aims to complete certification for the 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 this year.
The Boeing Company has over 1,200 orders for the 737 MAX 10, a figure crucial for boosting revenue.
Alaska Airlines ordered 105 MAX 10 planes, increasing Boeing's backlog to over 5,900 orders valued at $636 billion.
Delays due to an engine deicing issue could impact Boeing's market competitiveness against Airbus A321neo.

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved Boeing's 737 MAX 10 to advance to the second phase of flight testing, marking progress in its certification process.
The Boeing Company aims to complete certification for the 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 this year.
The Boeing Company has over 1,200 orders for the 737 MAX 10, a figure crucial for boosting revenue.
Alaska Airlines ordered 105 MAX 10 planes, increasing Boeing's backlog to over 5,900 orders valued at $636 billion.
Delays due to an engine deicing issue could impact Boeing's market competitiveness against Airbus A321neo.