Supply Chain Headwinds Slow Boeing Ramp-Up

Boeing’s new North Line in Everett

The Oct. 26 completion of the initial 737-10 assembled in Everett, Washington—the first narrowbody built at Boeing’s widebody site—also marked a key step toward raising 737 production rates past 47 per month.

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Progress on Boeing’s most-watched commercial programs has slowed, prompting the company to dial back a key financial growth metric’s projected ascent as it navigates bigger supply chain and regulatory challenges than anticipated. 777-9 certification is progressing, but uncertainty remains Boeing...
Sean Broderick

Senior Air Transport & Safety Editor Sean Broderick covers aviation safety, MRO, and the airline business from Aviation Week Network's Washington, D.C. office.

Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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