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First Flight
The Boeing 737 Max makes its first flight on January 29th, 2016. -
Enters Service
The Boeing 737 Max began carrying passengers on May 22nd, 2017, with Malindo Air. -
First Accident
Lion Air Flight 610 crashes into the Java Sea killing all 189 passengers and crew. This was the first Boeing 737 Max accident. -
Second Accident
Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashes six minutes after takeoff killing all 157 people onboard. This is the second and final Boeing 737 Max crash. -
FAA Grounds Boeing 737 Max
The FAA grounds the Boeing 737 Max after two fatal accidents within 5 months. -
Boeing 737 Max Returns to the Skies
After nearly 2 years of being grounded, the Boeing 737 Max returns to the skies in the United States following software updates and safety modifications.