WestJet still believes it will receive its first Boeing 737 MAX 10 by the end of 2026

WestJet Airlines still believes it will receive its first Boeing 737 MAX 10 by the end of 2026, pending regulatory approval in the United States.

The timeline for delivery hinges on the certification process for the 737 MAX 10, which has experienced delays due to development issues. WestJet’s fleet expansion coincides with a strategic shift in response to weaker demand for US routes.

WestJet has a total of 107 orders for the 737 MAX 10, including a deal finalized in September.

Boeing has announced that both the 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 variants are now expected to achieve certification in 2026. The manufacturer is working with the Federal Aviation Administration on an updated anti-ice system required for these models.

WestJet became the launch customer for the 737 MAX 10, the largest variant in the 737 family. The airline has positioned the MAX 10 to support its longer-haul operations and network growth.

“We are quite confident that this is progressing and it is also what we hear from Boeing,” said Alexis von Hoensbroech, CEO of WestJet, to Reuters.

The carrier recently added new international routes from Toronto and Halifax, including a new direct service to Medellin, Colombia. These moves align with WestJet’s strategy to diversify its network outside the United States.

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