Boeing has begun modifying horizontal stabilizer control wiring on its stored Boeing 737 MAX fleet, but several key tasks required before the aircraft can return—including an important training program review by global regulators—remain in limbo, in part because of challenges introduced by the novel coronavirus.

Meanwhile, the manufacturer continues to work with regulators on other outstanding issues that must be addressed to ensure the MAX meets requirements.

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