U.S. Transport Minister pushes faster certification for new aircraft
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- U.S. Transport Minister Sean Duffy said the government will work to speed up certification of new aircraft from Boeing and other manufacturers, noting that the current process can take five years or longer.
- The FAA plans to delay certification of the 737 Max 10 until its software issue is resolved and will convene a Corrective Action Review Board to investigate the problem, while also seeking to modernize and simplify the overall certification process in collaboration with the industry.
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Faster certification could allow airlines to introduce new aircraft more quickly, affecting fleet planning and competitive dynamics.
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