flydubai begins return to service procedures for Boeing 737 MAX

flydubai announced (18-Feb-2021) it will begin preparing its Boeing 737 MAX fleet for service, following its approval by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith commented: "The Boeing 737 MAX is an integral part of flydubai's fleet and I have full confidence in the aircraft… flydubai will comply with each and every one of the requirements before we allow the aircraft to re-join our fleet". The GCAA's final safety decision outlines a number of return to service requirements for each aircraft, including:

• MCAS and other software enhancements;
• Wire separation modifications;
• Thorough inspection to ensure the aircraft are free of debris;
• Enhanced pilot training, including classroom and full simulator procedures;
• Operational readiness flights. [more - original PR]