Boeing Delivered 41 Commercial Aircraft in March
Boeing delivered 41 aircraft in March, a 41% increase compared to the same month last year, when it handed over 29 units. Although the figure represents significant year-over-year growth, it fell short of January’s deliveries (45) and February’s (44), the company reported on Tuesday.
In the first quarter of the year, Boeing delivered a total of 130 aircraft, 105 of which were 737 MAX models, its best-selling jet. During the same period in 2024, the manufacturer had delivered only 83 aircraft, including 66 MAXs. Despite this rebound, Boeing continues to face logistical and regulatory challenges that limit its operational capacity.
Airbus Maintains Delivery Lead
Meanwhile, Airbus delivered 71 aircraft in March, bringing its year-to-date total to 136. The European company is also grappling with constraints, particularly due to shortages of aircraft engines produced by CFM International, the joint venture between GE and Safran.
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March: Boeing’s Strongest Month for Orders
Beyond deliveries, March was Boeing’s most active month this year for new orders. The company recorded 163 net orders, resulting from 192 gross orders and 29 cancellations.
Of the total, 88 were for the 737 MAX. Notable among these were 50 orders from Singapore-based lessor BOC Aviation, 17 for Japan Airlines, and 21 from unidentified customers.
Boeing also received orders for 11 777 freighters, including eight for FedEx, as well as 40 orders for the 777X: 20 for Korean Air and 20 from undisclosed clients. Additionally, there were 53 orders for the 787 model, with 20 going to Korean Air and 33 to unspecified buyers.
Year-to-date, Boeing has added 241 new orders. After accounting for cancellations and conversions, the net figure stands at 204 orders, bringing its backlog to 5,648 aircraft awaiting delivery.
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