Asian Airlines Boost Boeing's Farnborough Success with Major Commitments, and More

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Boeing's 777X and 787 Dreamliner Secure Key Orders at Farnborough 2024

Boeing secured impressive orders at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow, outpacing rival Airbus on the first day of the event. The U.S. planemaker's strong showing signals renewed confidence in its product lineup after recent challenges.

Key Points

• Korean Air committed to purchasing up to 50 widebody jets, including 20 777-9 aircraft and 20 787 Dreamliners, with options for 10 more 787s. This marks Korean Air's first order for the 777X.

• Japan Airlines signed an agreement for 20 787 Dreamliners, comprised of 10 firm orders for the 787-9 variant and options for 10 more of any Dreamliner model. This brings JAL's backlog with Boeing to 31 aircraft.

• National Airlines ordered 4 Boeing 777 freighters, becoming the first customer to announce an order at the airshow.

• Luxembourg-based Luxair ordered 2 737 MAX 10 jets with options for 2 more, despite ongoing certification delays for the variant.

What It Means?

The strong order book for Boeing, particularly for its widebody models, indicates that airlines are optimistic for future growth as international travel rebounds.

The commitments from major Asian carriers like Korean Air and Japan Airlines are especially significant, as they demonstrate confidence in Boeing's products.

However, challenges remain for Boeing, such as the certification hurdles facing the 737 MAX 10 and the upcoming 777X. Nonetheless, the company's performance at Farnborough suggests it is regaining its footing and customer trust.

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