Boeing Scraps 737 Max 7 Safety Exemption Amid Engine De-Icing Flaws

January 30, 2024
Boeing Scraps 737 Max 7 Safety Exemption Amid Engine De-Icing Flaws
  • Boeing retracts request for a safety exemption on 737 Max 7 due to engine de-icing defect.

  • The exemption would have allowed operations without full compliance with safety rules, amidst political and bureaucratic pushback.

  • Boeing's 737 Max fleet, including models 8, 9, and 10, has faced significant safety challenges and scrutiny, impacting deliveries and operations.

  • Financial repercussions have affected Boeing's customers, leading to cancellations and supply chain issues.

  • Boeing now plans to address the anti-icing system issue during the certification process for the 737 Max 7.

  • FAA had grounded Max 9s due to a blown-out door panel but has approved return-to-service inspections.

  • Southwest Airlines has removed the Max 7 from its 2024 fleet plans as Boeing seeks FAA certification.

  • Boeing previously dealt with two crashes, a worldwide grounding, and issues requiring additional inspections and fixes.

  • Boeing's Commercial Airplanes CEO has issued an apology for the disruptions caused to their customers.

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