The Federal Aviation Administration has certified Boeing's 737 MAX 7, the smallest aircraft in the MAX family, following what the agency described as nearly a decade of design reviews, testing and safety evaluations.
According to the FAA, the certification follows heightened regulatory scrutiny after the fatal 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019.
The report said Boeing completed 441 test flights totaling 686 flight hours during the certification process.
The company is now increasing production of the 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner as it works toward its long-term financial targets.
Chief Executive Kelly Ortberg has said stable manufacturing will require several months of sustained production.
According to the FAA, on-site inspectors will continue monitoring Boeing's manufacturing operations as the company seeks certification for additional 737 MAX variants.
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