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Boeing's Delivery Delays Impact Airline Growth Plans

Ryanair and other airlines face capacity constraints due to ongoing Boeing production setbacks, affecting traffic projections and operational strategies.

  • Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary announced a reduction in the airline's traffic growth estimates for next year due to expected delays in Boeing aircraft deliveries.
  • Boeing's production has been hampered by a machinist strike and increased regulatory scrutiny following a safety incident earlier this year.
  • The delays have forced airlines to operate older fleets longer than planned, potentially reducing route options and increasing operational costs.
  • Boeing plans to cut 17,000 jobs and raise $35 billion to stabilize its finances amid ongoing production issues.
  • The International Air Transport Association highlighted the widespread frustration among airline CEOs over the delivery delays from both Boeing and Airbus.
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