Boeing is one step closer to having its 737 MAX aircraft back in service.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration signed an order Wednesday allowing the aircraft to return to the skies.
The planes have been grounded for nearly two years after two fatal crashes claimed the lives of 346 people.
But before the planes can fly with passengers again, specific design changes must be made to the aircraft and pilots must complete additional training.
Meanwhile, Transport Canada is not as keen to give Boeing approval to fly in Canadian airspace.
Transport Minister Marc Garneau says the restrictions will remain in effect until they’re “fully satisfied that all its safety concerns have been addressed.”
“Transport Canada safety experts continue their independent validation process to determine whether to approve the proposed changes to the aircraft. We expect this process to conclude very soon,” said Garneau.
Garneau said there will be differences between what the FAA has approved and what Canada will require for its operators.
They include additional procedures on the flight deck and pre-flight, as well as differences in training.
The flight restrictions for the operation of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in Canadian airspace remain in effect and will not be lifted until the department is fully satisfied that all its safety concerns have been addressed. Read my statement here
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— Marc Garneau (@MarcGarneau) November 18, 2020
