Japan Airlines Co (JAL) is close to placing an order for more than 20 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes as it renews its medium-haul fleet, industry sources said on Wednesday.
The future of the MAX in Japan had been uncertain after a recent safety crisis and the pandemic, which delayed ANA's decision to finalize its own order by around two years.
Analysts say Boeing was stung when Airbus unexpectedly sold its A350 wide-body jet to JAL 10 years ago in the wake of a crisis over battery problems on the competing Boeing 787, for which Japan is both a major supplier and customer. But although Airbus has made inroads for its single-aisle A320 at ANA's low-cost Peach unit, and JAL's Jetstar Japan flies leased A320s, ensuring a foothold for the MAX in the mainline fleet of the national carrier was seen as a priority for Boeing.
Global airlines association IATA says the domestic market in Japan has rebounded strongly since the pandemic, but outbound travel has been penalized by the weakening of the Japanese yen. Reporting by Eimi Yamamitsu in Tokyo, Shivani Tanna in Bengaluru; Editing by Devika Syamnath and Mark Potter
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
U.S. factory orders drop 1.6% on falloff in Boeing contractsU.S. factory orders dropped 1.6% in January mainly because of fewer contracts for large Boeing passenger planes. Most other manufacturers recorded somewhat...
Consulte Mais informação »
I think I made a huge mistake with my iPhone 14 Pro Max | Digital TrendsThe iPhone 14 Pro Max is an incredible phone — arguably one of the very best you can buy. But I think I made a big mistake with it.
Consulte Mais informação »
Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Snap, Apple, Boeing and moreThese are the stocks posting the largest moves in midday trading.
Consulte Mais informação »
Max Verstappen starts F1 title defense with win at Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen continued his dominance into the new season as he finished in first place at the Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday night. Sergio Perez and Fernando Alonso were behind him.
Consulte Mais informação »
Viaplay Launches in Canada With ‘The Dreamer,’ ‘The Architect,’ ‘Max Anger’The Nordic region’s largest streamer, Viaplay, has debuted in Canada, continuing its expansion into North America after landing in the U.S. on Feb. 22. The direct-to-consumer platform touts itself …
Consulte Mais informação »