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Why did the FAA certify the 737 MAX?
Boeing’s goal was to ensure the 737 MAX would not need a new type rating, which would require significant additional pilot training, adding unacceptably to the overall cost of the airplane for customers. The 737 was first certified by the FAA in 1967.
What authority does the FAA have to issue federal aviation regulations?
Congress has provided the FAA with exclusive authority to regulate aviation safety, the efficiency of the navigable airspace, and air traffic control, among other things.
Who makes the 737 MAX flight control system?
Boeing
The Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS) is a flight stabilizing program developed by Boeing which became notorious for its role in two fatal accidents of the 737 MAX, which killed all passengers and crew on both flights, 346 people in total.
Is the FAA worldwide?
It is recognized in many countries/airlines, yet it’s validity as a license varies among CAAs around the world. You’ll have to specifically ask the country’s CAA or airline.
Is the 737 Max certified?
FAA Statement on 737 MAX Certification Flights The FAA and Boeing today completed the certification flight tests on the Boeing 737 MAX. During three days of testing this week, FAA pilots and engineers evaluated Boeing’s proposed changes in connection with the automated flight control system on the aircraft.
How many Boeing 737 MAX are there?
As of November 2020, the Boeing 737 MAX had a backlog of 3,290 units….
| Boeing 737 MAX | |
|---|---|
| Produced | 2014–present |
| Number built | 620 delivered as of November 2021 |
| Developed from | Boeing 737 Next Generation |
How do global regulators and aviation organizations bring airplanes back to service?
Global regulators and aviation organizations from around the world collaborated to allow the airplane to safely return to service. This required software function operates in unusual flight conditions only and now relies on two sensors, activates only once and never overrides pilots’ ability to control the airplane.
What is Boeing doing to safely return the 737 MAX to service?
Boeing has made significant progress over the past several months in support of safely returning the 737 MAX to service as the company continues to work with the FAA and other global regulators on the process laid out for certifying the 737 MAX software and related training updates.
How does 737 flight control control system training work?
During training, pilots will complete a suite of computer-based training modules that provide them with an enhanced understanding of the 737 flight control system, including MCAS, and related changes to airplane software. Pilots will demonstrate their knowledge by completing scenarios in a full-motion flight simulator that reinforce key procedures.
How many Boeing 737-8 and 737-9 are still in service?
There are more than 800 737-8 and 737-9 airplanes. Just over half of them have not yet been delivered and are still at Boeing. The others were delivered and are in airline fleets around the world. What has to happen for the airplane to return to commercial service?