# Boeing Regains FAA Certification Authority for 737 MAX and 787 Aircraft Boeing can now self-certify its planes after years of federal oversight. - **Source:** [Inc.com](https://brifing.si/source/07cb1004-a796-47d7-9801-fc5c7388471d) - **Published:** 2026-07-18 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/54105950-2b09-4109-b289-501a44f34dc1 ## Boeing's Authority Restored Boeing has regained full authority to certify its 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner aircraft, marking the end of FAA's enhanced oversight that began after two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019. ## The 737 MAX Crisis Aftermath Following crashes that killed 346 people, FAA had taken unprecedented control over Boeing's certification processes. The company implemented significant changes to flight control systems. ## FAA's New Oversight Role While FAA will no longer inspect every Boeing aircraft individually, the agency will maintain periodic audits of Boeing's compliance processes. This decision represents a major shift in aviation regulation. ## Financial Impact for Boeing Regaining certification authority relieves Boeing of substantial financial burdens. The company paid billions in compensation and faced production delays during the oversight period. ## Airlines' Reactions Major airline customers welcomed the development, expecting faster delivery of new aircraft. However, some safety advocates remain cautious about reduced federal oversight. ## Aviation Safety Milestone This decision redefines the balance between manufacturers and regulators in aviation. While Boeing's reputation recovery will take time, operational autonomy marks significant progress. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.inc.com/kevin-haynes/boeing-wins-back-power-stripped-by-faa-after-2-deadly-737-max-crashes/91376418 — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._