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Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

Boeing is considering increasing 737-family output to levels close to (or beyond) its publicly disclosed peak of 63 jets per month, a step that would pressure the company’s shared supply chain and test airlines’ ability to absorb record delivery volumes.

2026-06-04T12:26:31.297762-07:00

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Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

2026-06-04T10:56:14.900468-07:00

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Airbus delivers 81 aircraft in May as China regulatory stand-off eases

2026-06-04T06:57:39.527045-07:00

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Singapore Airlines in talks for 50+ widebodies with Airbus (A350-1000) and Boeing (777X) to power next-decade fleet growth

2026-06-04T03:56:32.352502-07:00

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Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly Boeing is considering increasing 737-family output to levels close to (or beyond) its publicly disclosed peak of 63 jets per month, a step that would pressure the company’s shared supply chain and test airlines’ ability to absorb record delivery volumes.

2026-06-04T12:26:31.297762-07:00

Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

Reuters

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point Qantas is reportedly in talks with aircraft makers about a possible order for around 20 wide-body aircraft, with options including either Airbus or Boeing widebodies, according to industry sources. The discussions point to a near-term procurement decision shaping Qantas’ long-haul capacity and aircraft mix.

2026-06-04T10:56:14.900468-07:00

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

Reuters

Airbus delivers 81 aircraft in May as China regulatory stand-off eases Airbus handed over 81 jets in May, a sharp year-on-year increase, industry sources say. The month’s jump was partly attributed to the release of aircraft that had been stuck in a China-related regulatory stand-off, easing delivery paperwork friction after earlier delays.

2026-06-04T06:57:39.527045-07:00

Airbus delivers 81 aircraft in May as China regulatory stand-off eases

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Belgium’s FLYINGGROUP targets 20–30-aircraft expansion Belgian aviation services group FLYINGGROUP says it is looking to add 20 to 30 aircraft as part of its expansion plan, signaling a near-term push to grow its commercial and business aviation footprint. The move underscores continued demand for capacity in the broader charter and operator ecosystem.

2026-06-04T04:58:14.413143-07:00

Belgium’s FLYINGGROUP targets 20–30-aircraft expansion

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Singapore Airlines in talks for 50+ widebodies with Airbus (A350-1000) and Boeing (777X) to power next-decade fleet growth Singapore Airlines is reported to be in discussions with Airbus and Boeing over an order for at least 50 of the companies’ largest long-haul jets, potentially including the A350-1000 and 777X. Talks are framed around fleet renewal needs and a next phase of growth from the coming decade.

2026-06-04T03:56:32.352502-07:00

Singapore Airlines in talks for 50+ widebodies with Airbus (A350-1000) and Boeing (777X) to power next-decade fleet growth

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Singapore Airlines in talks for major new jet order, sources say

2026-06-04T03:56:32.352502-07:00

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Textron Aviation completes first flight of Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, targeting FAA certification and 2027 service entry Textron Aviation has flown the first Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, starting an expanded flight-test phase ahead of FAA certification. The manufacturer reiterated its planned 2027 entry-into-service timeline for the next-generation entry-level business jet.

2026-06-03T18:27:24.144276-07:00

Textron Aviation completes first flight of Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, targeting FAA certification and 2027 service entry

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Air Canada flags ongoing delivery “friction” for delayed Airbus A321XLRs as it begins XLR service this month Air Canada COO says the carrier still faces “friction in the system” tied to delays in Airbus A321XLR deliveries. Despite the slippage, Air Canada is scheduled to start A321XLR operations this month with the longer-range single-aisle type.

2026-06-03T13:56:36.442772-07:00

Air Canada flags ongoing delivery “friction” for delayed Airbus A321XLRs as it begins XLR service this month

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Boeing explores hiking 737 production beyond the peak 63-jets/month level disclosed publicly

Qantas in talks for ~20 wide-body jets from Airbus or Boeing, signaling next long-haul fleet decision point

Airbus delivers 81 aircraft in May as China regulatory stand-off eases

Singapore Airlines in talks for 50+ widebodies with Airbus (A350-1000) and Boeing (777X) to power next-decade fleet growth

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