Boeing has rolled out its first 737 MAX 10 from a new assembly line in Everett, Washington. This marks the first time in over 50 years that the 737 family has been assembled outside of the Renton facility. The aircraft, destined for WestJet, exited the line on October 26, just six days after the FAA certified the model.
The Everett plant, which historically focused on wide-body jets like the 747, 767, 777, and 787, underwent a conversion costing approximately $1 billion to accommodate the 737 line. This new facility is now the fourth final assembly line for the 737 MAX, with seven additional aircraft currently in various stages of production.
Although assembly is complete, the first jet requires a change incorporation process to align it with final FAA certification standards. This includes updates to the engine anti-ice system and the installation of an improved angle-of-attack sensor. The project launch was delayed by nearly two years due to production and quality control reviews following the January 2024 Alaska Airlines incident.
