FAA Lets Boeing Self-Certify Again Amid Safety Concerns
Starting next week, Boeing will resume responsibility for certifying the airworthiness of its 737 Max and 787 aircraft. This decision follows a months-long review by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which concluded that Boeing’s final safety checks adequately ensure the planes are safe for flight. While the FAA will continue to oversee Boeing’s factories, government inspectors will shift their focus to identifying and addressing defects earlier in the manufacturing process. This marks a significant step in restoring Boeing’s self-certification authority, which was curtailed after fatal 737 Max crashes and production quality concerns with the 787.
John Q. Hosedrinker