WestJet Converts Six 737 MAX 10s to Two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
WestJet converted six Boeing 737 MAX 10 orders into two 787-9 Dreamliners, boosting its firm widebody order to nine for long-haul network expansion.
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WestJet converted six Boeing 737 MAX 10 orders into two 787-9 Dreamliners, boosting its firm widebody order to nine for long-haul network expansion.
An Alaska Air Group CCO sold 5,500 shares following the airline's announcement of a $3 billion investment in its hub airports and a major Boeing order.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has faulted both Boeing and internal leadership for the Starliner mission failure, now officially a "Type A mishap."
Vietnam Airlines has finalized a commitment for 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft to support its fleet modernization and expansion on regional Asian routes.
Boeing secured an early 2026 lead over Airbus, delivering 46 aircraft and booking 103 net new orders in January, driven by strong 737 MAX production.
NASA reclassified the Boeing Starliner incident, which stranded two astronauts, as a 'Type A' mishap, its most serious safety designation.
Boeing received initial FAA and EASA qualification for its 777-9 flight training devices, enabling pilot training to start for the new widebody.
Airbus delivered 78 aircraft in October 2025, outpacing Boeing's 53, as both OEMs face challenges meeting annual targets amid supply chain issues.
NASA's 'Type A mishap' report on Boeing's Starliner flight cites major failures, stranding two astronauts and creating a 'culture of mistrust'.
Airbus projects 870 aircraft deliveries for 2026, widening its production gap over Boeing, which anticipates a modest 10% increase from its 600 units in 2025.
Airbus targets around 870 aircraft deliveries in 2026, a modest increase from 2025, as ongoing supply chain issues continue to constrain production rates.
Boeing received initial FAA and EASA qualification for its 777-9 flight simulators, a key step in advancing pilot training for the delayed 777X program.
Vietnam Airlines has finalized an order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to support significant route growth driven by rising air travel demand in Southeast Asia.
Three Vietnamese airlines announced nearly $37 billion in contracts with US aerospace firms, bolstering fleet expansion amidst ongoing trade negotiations.
Boeing delivered 46 aircraft in January 2026, ramping up 737 MAX production as China's Comac C919 targets entry into the key African market.
Boeing delivered 46 aircraft in January 2026, outpacing Airbus's 19, signaling a production rebound after the FAA lifted its 737 MAX output cap.
Airbus maintained its lead as the world's largest planemaker with 793 deliveries in 2025, while Boeing showed a resurgence by securing 1,173 net orders.
Air Astana finalizes its largest-ever aircraft purchase, ordering up to 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to replace its aging 767 fleet and expand globally.
Boeing started 2026 with 46 deliveries and 107 orders in January, surpassing Airbus's 19 deliveries and 49 orders, signaling a potential shift in momentum.
Boeing retired its last 787-8 Dreamliner test aircraft, ZA004, to an Arizona boneyard after 16 years of service to support future fleet development.