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Emirates Rips Boeing a New One Over Never-Ending Delays

Company Plans ‘Serious Conversations’ After 777X Setback

Emirates, one of Boeing’s major customers, has stated that it will be having “serious conversations” with the manufacturer following yet another recent setback in 777X production. The widebody aircraft is now six years behind its original delivery schedule.

“Emirates has had to make significant and highly expensive amendments to our fleet programs as a result of Boeing’s multiple contractual shortfalls,” stated Emirates President Tim Clark. “I fail to see how Boeing can make any meaningful forecasts of delivery dates.”

Emirates’ fleet consists primarily of the Airbus A380 double-decker and the Boeing 777 family. However, Airbus put a stop to production of its A380 in 2021. This caused several of its customers, Emirates being one of them, to lengthen their aircraft’s lifespans as much as possible through expensive retrofits.

The carrier intends to spend over $3 billion to give 191 of its Boeing 777 and A380 “a full facelift.”

The 777X has been a strong contender for its replacement. Emirates has committed to purchasing 205 B777-9 and B777-8, making it the largest customer for the aircraft. 500 have been ordered across the entire industry.

When Boeing originally announced the 777X, the planned debut date was 2020. After initial flight testing, it was pushed back to 2022… then 2023… then 2025. This was due to a variety of issues, including engine faults, certification issues, and the pandemic.

Most recently, after a routine test flight, flight tests were paused after inspectors discovered a damaged thrust link between the engine and wing on its 777-9 variant. With this delay, along with the now month-long strike, delivery is slated for 2026.

Still, there is no guarantee that the jet will make it into service by this date. Boeing’s list of problems seems to be ever-growing, and with that comes significant financial strain.

New company CEO Kelly Ortberg has made some big cash-saving moves, ranging from refocusing resources “on performing and innovating in the areas that are core to who we are” to chopping off 17,000 employees.

FMI: www.boeing.com

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