Boeing Reports November 2024 B737 MAX Order Changes
Boeing has disclosed updates to its November 2024 order book, reflecting changes in the B737 MAX program. The updates include new orders and cancellations from multiple customers.
Boeing Resumes B737 MAX Production After Strike
Boeing has officially resumed production of its B737 MAX aircraft as of December 6, 2024, marking a significant step forward following a seven-week strike by over 33,000 factory workers. The strike, which ended in early November, had temporarily halted manufacturing operations, causing disruptions across Boeing’s supply chain.
Aircraft | Boeing | Crisis | Manufacturers
Boeing to Resume B737 MAX Production After Machinists Strike
FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker has announced that Boeing has yet to resume production of the B737 MAXfollowing a machinists strike that temporarily halted operations. However, the aerospace giant is planning to restart manufacturing by late December 2024, marking a critical step in addressing the backlog of orders and stabilizing its production schedule.
GOL to Expand B737 MAX Fleet with Three New Deliveries
GOL Linhas Aéreas (Brazil) is set to strengthen its fleet with the addition of three new Boeing B737 MAX aircraft, identified by serials 44032, 44025, and 44033. These aircraft are being delivered directly from the Boeing manufacturing facilities in the United States, increasing GOL’s MAX fleet to 52 aircraft.
Airlines | Boeing | Delivery | Flag Carrier | Fleet
Ethiopian Airlines Supports Air Congo Launch with Two B737 MAXs
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, is set to deliver two Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to support the launch of Air Congo, a new joint venture airline in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The new airline is scheduled to begin operations in December 2024.
Airlines | Boeing | Delivery | Fleet | Low Cost Carrier
Allegiant Air Revises Boeing 737 MAX Delivery Timeline
Allegiant Air, the ultra-low-cost carrier based in the United States, has amended its 2021 agreement with Boeing for the acquisition of 50 new B737 MAX aircraft. Under the revised terms, fewer deliveries will occur in 2024 and 2025, with the adjusted timeline scheduling the completion of all deliveries by the end of 2027.
Accident | Boeing | Corporation | Legal
Boeing Settles with Family of Ethiopian Airlines Crash Victim, Avoiding Federal Trial
Boeing has reached a last-minute settlement with the family of a woman who was tragically killed in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines B737 MAX crash. This agreement allows Boeing to avoid a federal civil trial that was scheduled to proceed, offering closure to one of the many families affected by the disaster. The Ethiopian Airlines crash, involving a Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, was…
Airlines | Boeing | Legal | Manufacturers
Boeing Cites Evidence in Lawsuit Over B737 MAX Deal with Comair
Boeing has cited “tangible evidence” in an ongoing lawsuit concerning a B737 MAX deal with Comair, a South African airline that ceased operations in 2022. The lawsuit centers around allegations from Comair that it was deceived by Boeing regarding the safety and reliability of the B737 MAX aircraft. Boeing’s legal response claims that Comair failed to retain records that…
Airlines | Boeing | Flag Carrier | Network | Traffic
Air Tanzania to Launch Dar es Salaam–Johannesburg Route on November 30
Air Tanzania is set to expand its network with the launch of a new route between Dar es Salaam and Johannesburg, scheduled to commence on November 30, 2024. The airline will operate this route with a Boeing 737-9, a model known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort, supporting Air Tanzania’s goal to provide a…
Airlines | Boeing | CFM International | Delivery | Fleet
WestJet Adds Boeing 737-8 to Fleet for Enhanced Efficiency
WestJet, a Canadian airline, has expanded its fleet with the recent addition of a Boeing 737-8, serial number 42845, on lease and powered by advanced LEAP-1B27 engines. This addition marks WestJet’s continued investment in fuel-efficient aircraft, supporting its goals to reduce operational costs and environmental impact across its network.