Five decades ago, Boeing's new 727 jet also had a terrible start.
OTTAWA - As Boeing Co and global airlines work to restore public confidence in the 737 MAX after two deadly crashes, they will have a play book they can use.
The 727's wing flap system, which provides extra lift at low speeds, was unusually large and sophisticated, which allowed the plane to descend more quickly than other rivals and avoid buildings and other obstacles close to runways. Aviation authorities ordered more training for pilots but allowed the planes to keep flying despite calls from some politicians to ground them.
"It passed very rigid certification tests ... before it was put into service and nothing has turned up in our investigation to cause us to doubt its stability," the board said.
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