[97], Transport Canada and EASA both cleared the MAX in late January 2021, subject to additional requirements. Boeing Commercial Airplanes CEO Jim Albaugh said in 2011, that adding more fly-by-wire control systems would be "very minimal". [95] [74] At the time of the grounding, the 737 MAX had 4,636 unfilled orders[194] valued at an estimated $600 billion. [181] The MAX 10 has similar capacity as the A321XLR, but shorter range and much poorer field performance in smaller airports than the A321XLR. [90], On August 19, 2020, Boeing announced that it had received new orders for the 737 MAX for the first time in 2020. It is made by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. The Boeing 737 Max is back and here to stay. 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The Boeing 737 MAX was grounded worldwide in March 2019 following the second of two accidents within just six months, which together claimed 346 lives. [65] Moody's also warned that the production halt would have wide and harmful impact to the whole aerospace and defense supply chain and, if and when production resumes, the ramp-up would be slower than previously anticipated, as suppliers have to make adjustments to cost structures built for planned record output on the 737 program. On November 18, 2020, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration cleared the Boeing 737 MAX for flight, but the history of how Boeing got to this point remains disturbing. [210] On April 4, Ethiopian transport minister Dagmawit Moges stated, that the crew "performed all the procedures repeatedly provided by the manufacturer[,] but was not able to control the aircraft. However, costs have since risen significantly and the margin reduced following the second crash, the FAA grounding, and the severe disruption to production. Look for: Carbon fiber fan blades with a titanium leading edge, chevrons at the rear of the engine casing and a larger engine that sits higher up and farther forward on the wing. The initial 737 Max reduction was 10–12%; it was later enhanced to 14.5%. Boeing faces legal and financial consequences, as no deliveries of the MAX could be made while the aircraft was grounded, and airlines canceled more orders than Boeing produced during this period; a portion of those aircraft have lost their original buyers. [34], A new spar-assembly line with robotic drilling machines should increase throughput by 33%. In 2020, there were 112 orders, but 641 cancellations of 737 MAX. [168] Boeing predicts a 5% lower trip cost and seat cost compared to the A321neo. [109], As a production standard, the 737 MAX features the Boeing Sky Interior with overhead bins and LED lighting based on the Boeing 787's interior. The larger engine is cantilevered ahead of and slightly above the wing, and the laminar flow engine nacelle lipskin is a GKN Aerospace one-piece, spun-formed aluminum sheet inspired by the 787. flydubai observed 15% more efficiency than the NG, more than the 14% promised, and dependability reached 99.4%. [127][128] The redesign uses the 737-8 wing and landing gear; a pair of over-wing exits rather than the single-door configuration; a 46-inch longer aft fuselage and a 30-inch longer forward fuselage; structural re-gauging and strengthening; and systems and interior modifications to accommodate the longer length. Boeing has delivered more than 85 737 Max jetliners since it was cleared by most regulators to re-enter service late last year following two fatal crashes, lifting revenue and cash flow. The flight was a scheduled domestic flight to Depati Amir Airport, Pangkal Pinang, Indonesia. US regulators have approved Boeing’s 737 Max to fly once more, 20 months after the manufacturer’s bestselling plane was grounded following two fatal crashes caused by design flaws. 737 MAX is built with the new CFM LEAP-1B engine. There is no metal visible on the leading edge because of special materials and coatings that enable natural laminar flow. [105] Boeing plans no major modifications for the 737 MAX flight deck, as it wants to maintain commonality with the 737 Next Generation family. [66] Boeing had similar issues with 787s produced in South Carolina. The 737 MAX family is designed to offer the greatest flexibility, reliability and efficiency in the single-aisle market. [103], The 737-700, -800 and -900ER, the most widespread versions of the previous 737NG,[120] are succeeded by the 737 MAX 7, MAX 8 and MAX 9, respectively[121] (FAA type certificate: 737-7, -8, and -9[48]). [130] Boeing plans to improve its range from 3,850 nmi (4,430 mi; 7,130 km) to 3,915 nmi (4,505 mi; 7,251 km) after 2021. A 737 Boeing Max jet operated by American Airlines experienced a possible mechanical failure Friday, forcing the pilots to temporarily shut down … [156] The last pre-suspension fuselages entered final assembly in early January 2020. [2] [183] The BBJ MAX 7 was unveiled in October 2016, with a 7,000 nmi (12,960 km) range and 10% lower operating costs than the original BBJ, while being larger. [166], In October 2016, Boeing's board of directors granted authority to offer the stretched variant with two extra fuselage sections forward and aft with a 3,100 nautical miles (3,600 mi; 5,700 km) range reduced from 3,300 nautical miles (3,800 mi; 6,100 km) of the MAX 9. [59], In 2019, Moody's had estimated Boeing's operating margin to be US$12–15 million for each 737 Max 8 at its list price of $121.6 million, although the list price is usually discounted 50-55% in practice. Family members of those killed in the second deadly crash of a Boeing 737 Max are pushing for the ouster of top federal aviation officials, whom they accuse of being too cozy with Boeing. The new series was publicly announced on August 30, 2011. [190] On September 8, 2014, Ryanair agreed to 100 firm orders with 100 options. [102] A MAX 8 with 162 passengers on a 3,000 nmi (5,600 km) flight is projected to have a 1.8% better fuel burn than a blended-winglet-equipped aircraft and 1% over 500 nmi (930 km) at Mach 0.79. Exactly two weeks after the crash, Boeing issued a message to all 737 MAX operators that for the first time named the erroneous flight control system, MCAS, and gave details about how it operated. When Boeing rolled out its 737 MAX, it was the fastest-selling jet in the company's history. Bernstein Research predicted in January 2012, that this cost would be twice that of the A320neo. Its LEAP-1B engines provide much better fuel efficiency. [79], Boeing did not publicly say how long the suspension would last. It succeeds the Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) and competes with the Airbus A320neo family. Boeing earlier this month called for more than 100 of … Boeing 737 MAX 8 Planes Could Get EU Clearance by end of 2020, Test Flight Soon. [104] It resembles a three-way hybrid between a blended winglet, wingtip fence, and raked wingtip. [169] Air Lease Corporation wants it a year sooner; its CEO John Pleuger stated "It would have been better to get the first airplane in March 2019, but I don't think that's possible". Boeing was reported to internally expect production to be halted for at least 60 days. The airplane was to have a similar fuselage but made from composite materials developed for the Dreamliner. Copyright © 1995 - 2020 Boeing. Boeing 737 Max’s return to service is a massive challenge. [175], The variant configuration was firmed up by February 2018,[176] and by mid-2018, the critical design review was completed. [119] The new nacelles being larger and more forward possess aerodynamic properties which act to further increase the pitch rate. A Boeing 737 Max sits outside the hangar during a media tour at the Boeing plant in Renton, Wash. (Matt Mills McKnight/Reuters) [16], On July 20, 2011, American Airlines announced an order for 460 narrowbody jets including 130 A320ceos (Current Engine Option) and 130 A320neos, and intended to order 100 re-engined 737s with CFM LEAPs, pending Boeing confirmation. [188][189] By December 2011, the 737 MAX had 948 commitments and firm orders from thirteen customers. The Boeing 737 Max 8, the model involved in the two deadly crashes, is the newer successor to the Boeing 737 Next Generation line of aircraft. [37] Electroimpact has also installed fully automated riveting machines and tooling to fasten stringers to the wing skin. Family members of those killed in the second deadly crash of a Boeing 737 Max are pushing for the ouster of top federal aviation officials, whom they accuse of being too cozy with Boeing. Long routes include 24 over 2,500 nmi (4,630 km), including a daily Aerolineas Argentinas service from Buenos Aires to Punta Cana over 3,252 nmi (6,023 km). After an extensive review process, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Transportation and other independent regulators and experts have certified the Boeing ® 737 MAX to fly. [62][63][64] The rising costs also led Moody's to downgrade Boeing's credit rating. [27], The 8 in (20 cm) taller nose-gear strut maintains the same 17-inch (43 cm) ground clearance of previous 737 engine nacelles. The modest stretch of the MAX 10 enables the aircraft to retain the existing wing, and the Leap 1B engine from the MAX 9 with a trailing-link main landing gear as the only major change. [45], The first flight took place on January 29, 2016, at Renton Municipal Airport,[46] nearly 49 years after the maiden flight of the original 737-100, on April 9, 1967. As of November 2020, the Boeing 737 MAX had a backlog of 3,290 units.[7]. Boeing 737 Max airplanes are seen parked on Boeing property near Boeing Field on August 13, 2019, in Seattle. All 189 people on board died. [143], In September 2014, Boeing launched a high-density version of the 737 MAX 8, the 737 MAX 200, named for seating for up to 200 passengers in a single-class high-density configuration with slimline seats; an extra pair of exit doors is required because of the higher passenger capacity. This aircraft sets new standards in fuel efficiency and performance, increasing its range by 19 percent to over 3,850 nautical miles. We collaborated with pilots, engineers and safety experts to create a comprehensive proposal calling for current 737-8 and 737-9 pilots to complete additional training, thoroughly review technical documentation and demonstrate their knowledge in a … Main Cabin Extra is a standard Main Cabin Economy Class-style seat with additional legroom. [208] The cause of the crash was initially unclear, though the aircraft's vertical speed after takeoff was reported to be unstable. [148], In mid-November 2018, the first of the 135 ordered by Ryanair rolled out, in a 197-seat configuration. Following the Lion Air crash, Boeing issued an operational manual guidance, advising airlines on how to address erroneous cockpit readings. [65], The Boeing 737 MAX was grounded worldwide from March 2019 to November 2020, after a malfunctioning flight control system caused two new aircraft to crash in Indonesia and Ethiopia between October 2018 and March 2019, killing all 346 people on board. Boeing 737 Max cleared to fly passengers again after deadly crashes. Boeing has reported thousands of passenger flights have already been flown with the aircraft … [15] The Airbus A320neo gathered 667 commitments at the June, 2011 Paris Air Show for a backlog of 1,029 units since its launch, setting an order record for a new commercial airliner. [137] Customers for the aircraft include Southwest Airlines (30), WestJet (22) and ILFC Aviation (5). [113], In November 2011, Boeing selected the larger fan diameter, necessitating a 6–8 in (150–200 mm) longer nose landing gear. [98][99] Several more regulators worldwide have ungrounded the aircraft since then, including those in the UAE, Australia, Kenya, and Brazil. [153], Besides Ryanair, VietJet Air is also one of the few customers of the MAX 200 variant with an order of 100 airplanes placed in May 2016. [130] In early 2021, Boeing announced that the first 737 MAX 7 deliveries are expected later in the year. The Boeing 737 MAX is the fourth generation of Boeing 737, a narrow-body airliner manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA). Investigations faulted a cover-up of a known defect by Boeing, and lapses in the certification by the FAA. The aircraft was four months old at the time. [25] The MAX development cost could have been well over the internal target of US$2 bn, and closer to US$4 bn. It took its maiden flight on January 29, 2016 and was certified by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in March 2017. For now, all Boeing 737 Max 8 and 9 aircraft around the world have been grounded amid investigations into the source of the problem. [164] As the Airbus A321neo had outsold the MAX 9 five-to-one, the proposed MAX 10 included a larger engine, stronger wings, and telescoping landing gear in mid-2016. [131] On July 23, 2013, Boeing completed the firm configuration for the 737 MAX 8. [87] By late April 2020, Boeing signaled that it hoped to win regulatory approval by August 2020. [18] As this sale included a Most-Favoured-Customer Clause, Airbus has to refund any difference to American if it sells to another airline at a lower price, so the European manufacturer was unable to offer it at a price which United Airlines deems "competitive" leaving it with a Boeing-skewed fleet. 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[27] To preserve fuel and payload capacity, its maximum takeoff weight is 7,000 lb (3,200 kg) heavier. During Boeing's Q2 2011 earnings call, former CFO James Bell said the development cost for the airframe only would be 10–15% of the cost of a new program estimated at US$10–12 billion at the time. [60][61] 1A002 was used for performance and engine testing: climb and landing performance, crosswind, noise, cold weather, high altitude, fuel burn and water-ingestion. [40], On September 23, 2015, Boeing announced a collaboration with Comac to build a completion and delivery facility for the 737,[41] in Zhoushan, China,[42] the first outside the United States. The new series was publicly announced on August 30, 2011. [11] In June 2010, a decision on this replacement was postponed into 2011. It succeeds the Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) and competes with the Airbus A320neo family. On October 29 2018, Lion Air Flight … How far are you going? The semi-levered landing gear design has a telescoping oleo-pneumatic strut with a down-swinging lever to permit a 9.5 inches (24 cm) taller gear. [111]The 18-blade, woven carbon-fiber fan enables a 9:1 bypass ratio (up from 5.1:1 with the previous 24-blade titanium fan) for a 40% smaller noise footprint. On … The 737 MAX has updated, fuel-efficient engines and a modern flight deck design. [55], The first delivery was a MAX 8, handed over to Malindo Air (a subsidiary of Lion Air) on May 16, 2017; it entered service on May 22. Boeing grounds dozens of 737 MAX jets due to manufacturing flaw US carriers parked a combined 67 of the workhorse planes Friday, about a third of the MAX jets currently in service. We understand you may have questions about the MAX, and we want you to feel informed and confident when flying with us. [23] Firm configuration for the 737 MAX was scheduled for 2013. The FAA says it is investigating the cause of a manufacturing problem that caused an electrical grounding issue on some 737 Max jets. The group includes the Max 7, 8, 9 and 10 models. [131], Production on the first 65-foot-long (20 m) wing spar for the 737-7 began in October 2017. The Boeing 737 MAX was allowed back in the air in November 2020 ending a grounding that lasted nearly two years after two fatal crashes with the Boeing 737 MAX… The Boeing 737 Max 8, the model involved in the two deadly crashes, is the newer successor to the Boeing 737 Next Generation line of aircraft. [83] Boeing did not disclose any possible effect on deliveries caused by the FAA's withdrawal of Boeing's delegated authority to certify the airworthiness of each aircraft. The Max is the latest offering in Boeing’s 737 line, a single-aisle jet used by airlines around the world for flights of a few hours. The 737 MAX’s latest grounding is the third time Boeing commercial jets have been pulled from service in less than a year. [52], After one year of service, 130 MAXs had been delivered to 28 customers, logging over 41,000 flights in 118,000 hours and flying over 6.5 million passengers. Getting the 737 MAX back into service is only the first step for new CEO Dave Calhoun. [146] An order with Ryanair for 100 aircraft was finalized in December 2014. Reports had suggested airlines were expecting service bulletins addressing the grounding issues imminently. Boeing 737 Next Generation … "[211], The subsequent findings in the Ethiopian Airlines crash and the Lion Air crash led to the global 737 MAX groundings. Southwest Airlines (), the airline which currently has the largest number of Boeing 737 MAX delivered and undelivered, yet built aircraft, also has reiterated its support for the aircraft.In an open letter, the airline’s chief executive officer (CEO) Gary Kelly commented that “there is nothing more sacred to me than the Safety of our Customers and Employees.” [39] After parked airplanes peaked at 53 at the beginning of September, Boeing reduced this by nine the following month, as deliveries rose to 61 from 29 in July and 48 in August. As we prepare to return the Boeing 737 MAX 8 into scheduled service this week, let me begin by extending my personal thanks and sincere gratitude to the thousands of Southwest Airlines Employees across every Department who have worked countless hours, spanning two years, to bring us to this point. In early 2021, Boeing expected 737 MAX 10 deliveries to start in 2023. [26] Fuel consumption is reduced by 14% from the 737NG. 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