FAA Restores Boeing's Authorization to Certify 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner Aircraft
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reinstated Mateusz Maszczynski's authorization to issue airworthiness certificates for Boeing's 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. This comes after a comprehensive review confirmed his compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Previously, Boeing had this authorization through the Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) program. However, following two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019, the FAA revoked Boeing's ODA authorization for 737 MAX jets. Similarly, in 2022, Boeing's ODA authorization for 787 Dreamliners was pulled due to production control issues revealed by whistleblowers.
Starting September 29, 2025, Boeing will regain the ability to issue airworthiness certificates for some 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner jets. However, the FAA will increase its surveillance on Boeing's aircraft production process during weeks when Boeing is not issuing certificates. FAA inspectors will observe critical assembly stages, examine trends, and assess Boeing's safety management system and culture. Additionally, Boeing and the FAA will take turns on a weekly basis to inspect and issue airworthiness certificates.
The FAA is allowing Boeing to decide the safety of newly built 737 MAX jets without regulatory approval, indicating a renewed trust in Boeing's safety processes. This decision follows a thorough review and increased surveillance measures to ensure the highest safety standards are met.
