EVERETT—After six years, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reinstated Boeing’s ability to issue airworthiness certificates for select 737 MAX and 787 airplanes on a limited basis, marking a significant step toward restoring trust in the aerospace giant’s production processes. The reinstatement takes effect starting Monday, September 29.

The FAA’s decision, driven by rigorous safety reviews according to the agency, signals confidence in Boeing’s improved quality control and could pave the way for a potential increase in 737 MAX production, currently capped at 38 aircraft per month, to 42 by year-end, pending further approval.

Under the FAA’s Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) program, Boeing is authorized to perform certain certification functions, such as issuing ai

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