Boeing 737 MAX

The Boeing 737 MAX is the latest generation of the world’s best‑selling single‑aisle jet, developed by Boeing Commercial Airplanes and introduced to the market in 2017. Building on the proven 737 family, the MAX incorporates the CFM International LEAP‑1B engines, advanced winglets, and a redesigned flight‑deck architecture that together deliver up to 14 percent lower fuel burn per seat and a range of roughly 3,300 nautical miles. The first variants, the 737‑8 and 737‑9, entered service with Southwest Airlines and Lion Air in 2017 and 2018, followed by larger models such as the 737‑10. After two fatal accidents in 2018 and 2019, the fleet was grounded worldwide for extensive software and sensor upgrades, including the addition of redundant angle‑of‑attack protections and updated pilot‑training protocols. The aircraft returned to service in late 2020 after recertification by the FAA, EASA, and other authorities. Today the 737 MAX is pivotal for airlines seeking cost‑efficient short‑ and medium‑haul operations, and its rapid market recovery underscores its importance in sustaining global passenger capacity while advancing fuel‑efficiency and emissions goals. The MAX family now supports over 4,000 deliveries and continues to shape the future of narrow‑body aviation with ongoing improvements in avionics and environmental performance.

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