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United CEO Scott Kirby Laments Long Wait for New Airbus and Boeing Aircraft

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has again criticized the limited competition between Airbus and Boeing and the long wait for new aircraft. His concern is shared by airline executives globally, underscoring the industry’s reliance on the two major airframers for new commercial jets.

Discovered 2026-11-04T06:05:49.156808-08:00 | 2026-11-04T06:05:49.156808-08:00

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  • Kirby’s comments highlight airline concern about limited choice in the commercial aircraft market and extended waits for new aircraft.
  • The criticism is not isolated: other global airline executives have raised similar concerns, making airframer competition a broader industry issue.

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