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- Boeing is currently working to increase production of its 737 MAX aircraft, aiming for a meaningful ramp-up in deliveries following years of scrutiny and production halts related to...
- The Boeing 737 MAX is a narrow-body airliner series that is a modernized version of the Boeing 737.
- Following extensive software updates and safety enhancements, the 737 MAX was recertified to fly by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in November 2020.
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Boeing is currently working to increase production of its 737 MAX aircraft, aiming for a meaningful ramp-up in deliveries following years of scrutiny and production halts related to safety concerns. As of January 11, 2026, the company is focused on addressing quality control issues and meeting regulatory requirements to accelerate output.
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The Boeing 737 MAX is a narrow-body airliner series that is a modernized version of the Boeing 737. It has been subject to intense scrutiny following two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019, leading to a worldwide grounding.
Following extensive software updates and safety enhancements, the 737 MAX was recertified to fly by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in November 2020. FAA 737 MAX Return to Service
Production Rate Increases
Boeing is steadily increasing its 737 MAX production rate. As of December 2023, Boeing was producing 38 aircraft per month. Reuters: Boeing aims to increase 737 MAX output to 38 planes a month. The company aims to reach a rate of 50 aircraft per month in late 2024 and 60 per month in 2025/2026. As of January 11, 2026, Boeing is still working towards the 60 per month goal, but has experienced some delays due to ongoing quality control issues.
On January 9, 2026, Boeing announced that it would slow production increases to focus on quality. CNBC: Boeing to slow 737 MAX production increase to focus on quality
Regulatory Oversight and Recertification
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plays a critical role in overseeing the safety and airworthiness of the Boeing 737 MAX. Following the accidents, the FAA conducted a comprehensive review of the aircraft’s flight control system, specifically the Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS).
The FAA mandated software updates to MCAS, along with enhanced pilot training requirements, before allowing the 737 MAX to return to service. Department of Transportation: Boeing 737 MAX report
Accidents and Investigations
Two fatal crashes - Lion air Flight 610 in October 2018 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 in March 2019 – led to the grounding of the 737 MAX. Investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and other agencies persistent that a faulty MCAS system, which was designed to automatically push the nose of the aircraft down, contributed to both accidents.
The NTSB’s final report on the Ethiopian Airlines crash, released in March 2022, detailed the sequence of events and identified contributing factors. NTSB final Report: Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302