The infection from the Boeing 737 MAX crisis is spreading through the aviation sector, hurting airlines, suppliers and their employees.
Darren Prokop writes about international trade and the World Trade Organization. Are disputes among member countries being handled correctly?
Boeing estimates regulators won’t lift the 737 MAX grounding until mid-year, at the earliest, which means the production line might not restart until 2021.
Boeing delivered 380 planes last year, less than half of rival Airbus.
Pushing back reintroduction of the 737 MAX into airline schedules has become a predictable routine. American Airlines now says it won’t start flying the plane until June 4. Let’s see if that holds.
Boeing has a new CEO who is tasked with restoring a culture of safety and shoring up the bottom line, but suppliers are now having to cut overhead to deal with the halt in production for the 737 MAX.
For the second time in five weeks, the Federal Aviation Administration is proposing a multi-million dollar penalty against Boeing for allegedly installing improperly manufactured components on the wings of some of its 737s. The latest penalty proposal, announced by FAA late Friday afternoon, is $5.4 million for allegedly installing noncomforming slat tracks on approximately 178 […]
Airbus is expanding its aircraft manufacturing operations on Boeing’s home turf.
Boeing’s troubles keep mounting with the 737 MAX, but there are indications that regulators may be able to clear the plane for flight again in a few months.
Boeing is in crisis management mode over the 737 MAX grounding and it cost CEO Dennis Muilenburg his job on Monday.
United Airlines is the most of aggressive of U.S. airlines in pushing back return-to-service of the 737 MAX as the fallout from the MAX grounding continues.
The chill felt in Southwest Airlines’ fourth quarter financial report won’t be weather-related, but because of the 737 MAX.
Boeing is like a boxer on the ropes. The latest body blow is having to suspend production of the 737 MAX while it undergoes further safety reviews.
The rolling delays for airlines to add the 737 MAX to their schedules continue, with an announcement by American and Southwest saying it got Boeing to pay it compensation for the grounded aircraft.
Boeing Co. and the FAA are under intense scrutiny from Congress in the wake of the 737 MAX crashes. The House T&I Committee held its fifth hearing on the subject Dec. 11 in effort to tighten FAA certifications.
When it rains it pours and Boeing Co. could use an umbrella. Now the FAA is piling on with its own complaint against the airplane maker.
United Airlines continues to build more of its fleet around Airbus aircraft with an order for 50 narrow-body A321s.
Uncertainty around trade wars and Brexit have been the biggest drags on air cargo markets this year, but Steven Polmans is an optimist.
American Airlines [NYSE: AAL] won’t have to make any major fleet decisions for at least six years after completing a $30 billion, multiyear modernization program, positioning American to significantly increase free cash flow and returns to shareholders, according to company executives. Since 2013, the Dallas-based airline has replaced nearly 500 aircraft and now has about […]
Boeing Company’s stock [NYSE: BA] has fallen 32% since documents turned over to Congress and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Oct. 17 revealed that a former Boeing test pilot kept quiet in 2016 about problems he encountered with the 737 MAX’s flight control system since blamed in two fatal crashes. The chief technical pilot […]
New York to Sydney flights not to take off til 2023, Qantas CEO says. Kentucky needs infrastructure
Air Canada said Wednesday that it has removed the Boeing 737 MAX from its flying schedule until February 14 because ongoing regulatory uncertainty could cause problems as it launches a new reservation system. Transportation authorities around the world grounded the MAX, a more fuel-efficient update for the popular short-to-medium range jet, in March after two […]
The Boeing Co.’s [NYSE: BA] board of directors late Friday afternoon replaced Dennis Muilenburg as chairman with independent director David Calhoun, but kept him in place as chief executive officer. In an October 11 statement, the aerospace and defense company said splitting the roles will enable Muilenburg to focus full time on running the company […]
American Airlines [NYSE: AAL]said it expects to begin phasing in the Boeing 737 MAX into service by mid-January, nearly nine months after aviation authorities grounded the plane for safety reasons. The Dallas-based airline said in a statement Oct. 9 that the Federal Aviation Administration will likely recertify the aircraft later this year and that it […]
Deal is clone of Airbus-Bombardier tie-up
Commercial airplane deliveries at The Boeing Co. [NYSE: BA] nose-dived by two-thirds in the third quarter compared to the same period in 2018 and by almost half year-to-date, according to figures released by the company Oct. 8. The plunge in sales is largely due to the March grounding by regulators of the next-generation 737 MAX […]
The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association on Monday sued The Boeing Co., [NYSE: BA]claiming the manufacturer engaged in fraud and that the grounding of the 737 MAX by regulators is costing its pilots millions of dollars in lost wages each month. In a complaint filed Oct. 7 in the District Court of Dallas County, Texas, the […]
Taken by themselves, recent safety concerns with Boeing aircraft might be seen as part of normal checks and balances. But in the wake of the 737 MAX accidents, any safety question is receiving extra public scrutiny.
Airbus has elevated its 20-year demand forecast for all-cargo aircraft, saying the market will need 2,800 specialized units to handle growth in international trade and e-commerce, 400 more than it estimated last year. The European aircraft manufacturer predicts air cargo will double by 2038 based on a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.6%, up […]
Technology deployment specialists Velociti have expanded into the construction markets, giving participants the same support and expertise over-the-road trucking companies have benefitted from since its founding.
Boeing Chairman and CEO Dennis Muilenburg on Wednesday expressed confidence the company would quickly overcome recent troubles with its new 737 MAX and 777X airplanes, but worried escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China could undercut future sales of 767, 777 and 787 aircraft in its largest market. “The lack of a trade deal […]
News that a key test on Boeing’s next-generation 777 wide-body jetliner went awry last week raised questions about possible production and delivery delays, but for all-cargo fleets, the glitch is a non-issue because no freighter variant is planned right now. Still, the plane provides great value as a cargo hauler because its huge lower deck […]
Qantas announces a test program to fly nonstop from New York and London to Sydney. This long-haul flight may also present cargo opportunities.
Dickson will take on oversight of Boeing 737 MAX grounding.
Operating performance bolstered by contracts with Amazon and U.S. government, said company CEO.
After a nine-year absence, Japan Air Lines resumes scheduled air cargo service in deal with Kalitta Air Photo: Flickr/Bill Wilt)
Boeing (NYSE: BA) posted a core loss per share of $5.82 for the second quarter of 2019.
Scott Case writes about the troubles Boeing is having with its 737MAX, as well as with its 787 Dreamliner. Learn the latest in this commentary.
Boeing’s (NYSE: BA) 737 MAX planes might not return to service until next year because of software and other issues that still need to be fixed.
Proposal estimates millions saved for manufacturers such as Boeing
Amazon to add 15 B737800 freighters through lease with GE’s Aircraft leasing unit
Air Transport Services Group deepens its credit line as it prepares for increased demand for its aircraft and services
Brexit has not been explicitly blamed for the sale of Bombardier’s Northern Irish operation, but the EU withdrawal is a strong suspect, in putting 3,600 jobs at risk.
After two deadly crashes involving its 737 MAX rattled the company, Boeing (NYSE: BA) is expected to report its earnings Wednesday, highlighting the financial toll of the flawed aircraft.
Feds have exempted Wing Aviation from a block of regulations clearing way for an operating permit.
SES Networks expects the greater capacity and more flexibility will offer fiber in the sky with its third generation Boeing-built satellites due for launch in 2021, reducing costs as well as improving satellite services.
Amazon to diversify from Boeing 767 flying.
Today’s Pickup: March 27, 2019
We look at the grounding of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and just how much of an impact it will have.
Think of it as one small step for Boeing and one giant leap for the sustainable jet fuel supply chain.
Aviation apps are gaining popularity among pilots, and the ForeFlight product has gained significant traction in business aviation.
Crash scene one of `total devastation,’ witnesses say.
A growing number of factories, warehouses, and construction sites are integrating unpowered exoskeleton devices into their operations. Workers and companies using these devices are expected to benefit from increased safety and productivity.
Airbus (AIR: EURONEXT) broke ground for its new A220 manufacturing facility in Mobile, Alabama on Wednesday. The newest airliner in Airbus’ product line, the A220 is designed to revolutionize the market for 100-150 seat aircraft.
Because of the now record-breaking partial government shutdown, the U.S. aviation industry is beginning to feel the consequences of lapsed federal funding.
Flat November demand first time in 31 months global market hasn’t expanded.
Among news of poor performance in the Chinese economy, one of the most distressing signals for foreign retailers and manufacturers is Apple’s announcement on Wednesday that the company had reduced revenue expectations due to poor iPhone sales in China.
Aircraft to be converted to freighters over three years
The Washington state port is retooling to handle bigger ships and heavier cargo. The transformation includes a large-scale mixed-use development featuring housing, hotels and office space.
While transportation was not a front-of-the-ticket issue for politicians in the midterm elections, FreightWaves Managing Editor Brain Straight reported on some significant developments when it came to funding.
Boeing predicts a positive growth in international air cargo volumes over 2018, with volumes spiking during the festive winter season when businesses rush to put products on the shelves ahead of the consumer shopping spree.
Tariffs cause an early boost in California ports, auto industry leaders warn Trump of tariff consequences, and more in Today’s Pickup.
Boeing 777 Freighter is one of the most sought-after cargo flights in recent history, with DHL Express and Qatar Airways finalizing orders at the Farnborough Air Show today.
Autonomous vehicle execs want you to know self-driving cars are very, very safe; China’s economic growth slows; Elon Musk talks about Tesla’s push to 5,000 Model 3s weekly; American oil bound for China needs to find new markets; DHL orders 14 Boeing 777s.
Transport stocks excluding bulk maritime carriers largely unaffected by tariffs; Port of LA getting new container terminal; Boeing and Ford threatened by Chinese tariffs; new autonomous shipping joint venture announced; commercial driving schools see low enrollment; a guide to Tesla’s guidance.
Last-mile delivery might get very interesting very soon. Boeing has unveiled a prototype “unmanned electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) cargo air vehicle (CAV) prototype” capable of hauling 500 pounds.
