Boeing Reinstated to Issue Airworthiness Certificates for 737MAX and 787 Dreamliner Jets
Boeing has been reinstated as authorized to issue airworthiness certificates for certain 737MAX and 787 Dreamliner jets, starting September 29, 2025. This decision follows a procedural lapse and a review by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA initially revoked Boeing's Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) in 2022 due to production control issues on the 787 Dreamliner. This came after fatal crashes of 737MAX jets in 2018 and 2019, which led to the suspension of Boeing's ODA for both aircraft types. The reinstatement process involved Boeing's representative failing to file appeal reasoning on time with the correct authority. However, a later non-attributable event 'overran' the causal link, leading the court to justify Boeing's reinstatement. As part of the reinstatement, the FAA will increase surveillance on Boeing's aircraft production process during weeks Boeing is not issuing certificates. Additionally, Boeing and the FAA will take turns on a weekly basis to inspect and issue airworthiness certificates. Boeing's reinstatement allows it to decide the safety of newly built 737MAX jets without regulatory approval. However, the FAA will maintain oversight, including inspecting Boeing's safety culture to ensure employees can report safety issues without fear of retribution.
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