Washington DC, Oct. 21 -- The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has certified Boeing's largest 737 MAX aircraft, the 737-10, clearing the way for the aerospace manufacturer to begin deliveries in the coming months.

According to a press release, the certification completes the 737 MAX family, which Boeing describes as an efficient and flexible lineup of single-aisle aircraft designed to meet the varying capacity and operational requirements of airlines worldwide.

The 737-10 can accommodate up to 230 passengers in its maximum seating configuration and offers lower per-seat costs than other single-aisle aircraft currently in service, the press release said. The aircraft also provides 365 nautical miles more range than competitors wi...