U.S. Transport Minister pushes faster certification for new aircraft
Based on · First reported
Sources
- 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.
Why it matters
Faster certification could allow airlines to introduce new aircraft more quickly, affecting fleet planning and competitive dynamics.
How we use AI · Report an error
In this story
Related stories
- Amazon cargo jet overruns Miami runway, five killed
- Copenhagen Airport handles 3.2 million passengers in September 2026
- Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Tabuk after cockpit stabbing
- First Poste Air Cargo flight links Taranto‑Grottaglie with Istanbul
- Pune airport customs seize 1.243 kg cannabis hidden in cosmetic jars