Boeing, the aerospace giant, is taking steps to withdraw from a previous agreement to plead guilty in a high-profile criminal case. This case charged Boeing with deceiving aviation regulators about the safety features of its B737 MAXaircraft, which was linked to two deadly crashes that tragically claimed 346 lives.
StandardAero, a prominent player in the aerospace industry based in the US, has announced the pricing of its upsized underwritten public offering. The offering involves two of its stockholders selling an aggregate of 36 million shares of common stock, each with a par value of $0.01, at a public price of $28.00 per share.
Brian West, Chief Financial Officer of Boeing, recently addressed concerns regarding the Trump administration’s tariffs on imported goods, particularly aluminum and steel, stating that the company does not foresee a “material near-term impact” from these tariffs.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will maintain its current 38-aircraft-per-month production cap on the Boeing 737 MAX, citing a “breach of trust” as the reason for delaying any increase. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed the decision, stating that while Boeing is making progress, the agency will not authorize a production ramp-up at this time.
Fitch Ratings (US) has reported that Boeing is making early progress in resuming production, following recent challenges, while also working to reduce legacy inventory and improve supply chain management. These developments are seen as critical factors in Boeing’s long-term operational and financial recovery.
Boeing reported 44 aircraft deliveries in February 2025, maintaining a steady production pace across its commercial programs. The manufacturer also recorded 13 gross orders for the 737 MAX, reflecting continued airline demand for the narrowbody model. However, with eight cancellations, the net total of new orders stood at five aircraft for the month.
Airbus has announced its delivery and order figures for the first two months of 2025, reporting a total of 65 aircraft delivered, which marks an 18% decline compared to the same period last year. This drop is attributed to supply chain adjustments and engine delivery delays, with the company prioritizing deliveries toward the latter half of the year.
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc., a major supplier of aerostructures for commercial and defense aircraft, has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024. The company reported revenues of $1.7 billion, an operating loss of $577 million, and a net loss of $631 million, reflecting continued financial pressures despite an increase in production output.
MTU Aero Engines (Germany) has released its 2024 financial results, showing an 18% increase in adjusted revenue to $7.8 billion, fueled by robust demand in commercial and military aviation sectors. The company also reported a 29% rise in net income, reaching $798 million, reflecting higher engine deliveries and aftermarket services growth.
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg has provided an update on the company’s ongoing recovery efforts, emphasizing a renewed focus on core business segments and stabilizing aircraft production. Speaking on the company’s progress, Ortberg highlighted strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening Boeing’s operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.
