Airbus cash drain worsens as undelivered jets pile up
Planemaker is producing aircraft but handing over fewer jets as Pratt & Whitney engine shortages continue to disrupt deliveries
Industry
Embraer backlog hits record $32.1 billion in first quarter
Commercial aviation drove most of the growth while executive jets remained flat amid uncertainty in the U.S. market
First 777-8 Freighter spotted nearing completion in Everett
Cargo jet is expected to enter service later this decade as Boeing prepares to replace the current 777F
Boeing says engines and premium seats are delaying 787 deliveries
CEO Kelly Ortberg revealed completed Dreamliners are waiting for engines and certified cabin interiors, exposing new bottlenecks beyond airframe production
A350F’s first main deck cargo door completed in Spain
Component to be installed on test aircraft as A350F enters ground testing phase in Toulouse
Boeing says 30 built 777X jets will require modifications before delivery
Older aircraft will need more extensive structural upgrades as Boeing works toward first 777-9 handovers in 2027
Even labor shortages are slowing production of China’s C919 jet
COMAC delivered five aircraft this year while facing several production challenges
Airbus begins ground testing campaign for A350F cargo systems
Freighter variant introduces new loading equipment, a large cargo door and structural tests ahead of first flight
Jazz Aviation signs parts support deal with Embraer for E175 fleet
Agreement covers 25 regional jets operated by Jazz on behalf of Air Canada Express
Rolls-Royce wins first 787 engine order in nearly three years
March deal for eight aircraft ended a 34-month drought for Trent-powered Dreamliner sales