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The article reports on the predominance of unclassified military work at Boeing that is heavily influenced by a technology push from the private sector in such areas as mobile users, video multi-casting and voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) services. The leaning process of the company to the civil side is manifested by its emphasis on developing various applications that commercial customers have asked like anti-jamming devices to protect their cellular transmissions.

The article reports that Boeing Co. is flight testing the last of the 777s and counting on its new range and cargo advantages to fill out the mid-sized family. It has been a quiet flight test program for the 777-200 Longer Range because the hard work's already been done. This is the second range extension to the basic 777. It will give Boeing the title for the farthest-flying aircraft in commercial service. Launch customer Pakistan International Airlines will inaugurate 777-200LR services early next year on flights from Karachi, Pakistan to Houston, Texas.

Focuses on Boeing's foray into the airline maintenance, repair and overhaul services. Effort to encompass an airline's entire engineering, logistics and maintenance process; Development of product called Enterprise One; Acquisition of AeroInfo Systems Inc.

The article discusses the aerospace company Boeing's plan to increase production of airplanes following the delivery of the first 787 passenger jet to the airline All Nippon Airways (ANA). Information is provided on a celebration for the delivery of the aircraft, the profitability of the 787 program, and forecasts for production rates. Program management, the use of the 787 at ANA, and 787 models including the 787-9, the 787-3, and the 787-8 are examined.

The article focuses on the impact of growth in regional air services on the buying preferences of Asian carriers. Boeing vice president Randy Tinseth has acknowledged the growth of low-cost carriers worldwide despite the economic downturn, except in the U.S. It cites the move of mainline Asian carriers to expand their fleet capacity with wide-body twin-engine airplanes because of its improved efficiency and greater range. Also noted is the rapid growth of Asian budget airlines.

The article reports that the production plans for aircraft makers Airbus and Boeing, are largely affected by a steep drop in demand and associated airline cutbacks. Airbus has already adjusted narrow-body output-cutting production to 34 aircraft per month beginning in October 2008, but merely flattened build rates on widebodies. Boeing has already announced job cuts and is expected to increase these as production is reduced.

The article analyzes the impact of the two months strike held by Boeing machinists on the revenues and earnings of the company in 2008. The full-year cost of the strike on earnings was reported to be $1.8 billion, including a 15 percent reduction in revenues at Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA). Boeing also said that such strike exacerbated its problems with organizational sluggishness and engineer shortage. Meanwhile, the author found poor organization and outsourcing as factors that also affected Boeing's decreased earnings.

The article reports on the problem faced by All Nippon Airways (ANA) with the delay in the delivery of the Boeing 787 aircraft. The author says that senior managers at the airline are left guessing as Boeing struggles with development problems that have led to multiple delays in the fielding of the 787. It is clear that first delivery for ANA, originally scheduled for May 2008, will not take place until at least 2009. But ANA officials are still waiting for a more definitive schedule.

The article presents information on the change in design of Boeing's 787 aircrafts. Its decision to stretch its 787 aircrafts beyond 300 seats for long-haul operations, will move the mid-sized jet into an even more prominent role as the company's template for future aircraft designs. This twin-aisle sales strategy has been on a roll. Last week, 787 General Manager, Mike Bair said 28 airlines have made orders or commitments for 386 airplanes. Bair says Boeing's sales staff has identified another 30 airlines interested in more than 500 aircraft. The technology that's going into manufacturing and production of the 787 will be the baseline for future Boeing programs. Customers include American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines in the U.S.

The article informs that with a 45-aircraft order from Qantas Airways Ltd. for 787s worth a theoretical $7.6 billion, Boeing Co. has added to an already enviable lead in this year's wide-body sales, sweeping past rival Airbus Industrie SA in every product category. Qantas has been facing a good-news, bad-news situation. Jetstar International is to have an initial route structure requiring 10 aircraft for point-to-point services from Australia into Asian and Pacific markets that are unprofitable for the higher-cost network that Qantas runs.

This article informs that Boeing Co.'s drive toward modularity in the Boeing 787 aircraft has arrived in the cabin with its selection of Thales as the first recommended supplier of an inflight entertainment system in a passenger cabin designed from scratch to be fully wireless. Boeing Vice President Mike Bair, general manager of the 787 program, says the wireless IFE network i-8000 will afford an appreciable savings in installation weight and cost, and cut the time it takes airlines to reconfigure aircraft "from hours to minutes."

The article reports that Boeing Co. expects defense and intelligence markets to remain strong through 2006 as airlines continue a gradual recovery leading to 7% revenue growth and 20% higher earnings per share next year over 2005. Boeing Commercial Airplanes secured 63 gross and 46 net orders during the quarter and held a contractual backlog of $68.7 billion, compared with $70.4 billion at the end of 2004. More than 250 order commitments were gained in the period. Interest in the 737, 777 and 787 will push the backlog up.

The article informs that Boeing Commercial Airplanes Co. has, at the turn of the century, immersed itself in the Internet to accelerate delivery of spare parts and distribute service bulletins. The millennium's dawn was topsy-turvy for airlines. Asian carriers were emerging from a prolonged slump. European governments were losing their appetite for propping up money-losing carriers against low-cost competitors. Most American carriers were still in denial about the need to reduce operating costs drastically. But worldwide shocks of terrorism, war, health crises and high-cost fuel caught everyone's attention.

This article presents information related to sale of Boeing airplanes to Japan Airlines (JAL) and Continental Airlines Inc. Boeing Co. recorded an end-of-the-year bonus when Continental Airlines became the first U.S. network carrier to order the 7E7, buying 10 of the mid-sized jets with a book value of $ 1.3 billion. Announced last week, the decision to buy came on top of a commitment for 30 aircraft by JAL made two weeks ago. Taken together, the two commitments are a double blessing for Boeing. Both carriers are among the airline establishment and both are advocating the long-term value proposition of the 7E7 as the revolutionary long-haul, cost-saving aircraft that Boeing is espousing in its marketing.

Airbus Co. controls more than 50 percent of the market and the Boeing Co. says it's time to clear the air with a new, enforceable agreement. And at the Farnborough air show last week, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president Alan Mulally stepped up the tempo. Airbus continue to subsidize and provide launch aid for each of their programs. What Boeing objects to is the usual practices of European governments in providing financial aid. Airbus points to a $3.2-billion incentive package that the state of Washington approved to assure 7E7 assembly in Everett.

This article provides information on the business plans an aviation company Boeing Commercial Airplane Group. It seek relief on taxes and regulations, as it pressures suppliers to drive costs out of the 7E7.Assuming it is launched, the new aircraft will probably have a greater impact on Boeing's future product development and manufacturing strategy than on the company's commercial airplane lineup. Although Boeing hasn't decided exactly how this will change it is stern on making changes. Bob Watt, Boeing vice president for government and community relations, is carrying a list that includes the need for transportation improvements in greater Seattle, reform of unemployment insurance and worker compensation tax rates, revisions to the state business and occupation tax code, revisions to its construction permit and code process, and K-12 school reform so students are better prepared to work at Boeing. INSET: A Mid-Range Dilemma.

Reports on the announcement by aircraft manufacturer Boeing that its high speed two way Internet service, Connexion, is ready for revenue operations on the world's major air routes and will be launched in January 2003 on a Lufthansa 747-400. Other airlines scheduled to offer the Connexions airborne Internet access; Non-commercial application of the service by the U.S. Navy; Development and features of the service.

Reports that orders across their product ranges flowed in for Airbus and Boeing at the Farnborough air show in 1998. Whether major airlines will ever pay book value for new aircraft; Boeing's price increase following a year of record revenues and record losses; A listing of orders that were placed with various companies.

The article discusses the 2013 Current Market Outlook, forecasting by aerospace industries company Boeing Co. on sales of jet transports for 2013-2032. The company's optimistic forecast that sales of transports will total 35,000 worth $4.8 trillion in that period is examined and largely attributed to its forecast of increased commercial aeronautic passenger traffic in Asia and demand for new transports in the airline industry.

The author reflects on the need for original equipment manufacturers to closely monitor supply chains. He talks about how aerospace companies Boeing and Airbus both have a significant backlog of orders and mentions that airlines have increased demand for new fuel-efficient aircraft. He comments that Boeing and Airbus are increasing production rates and speculates on if this is straining world supply chains.

The article presents information on the completion of certification for the airline company Boeing's 747-8 VIP passenger plane as of March 5, 2012. Details about the development and testing of the plane are provided, including information about its anticipated service debut. Production and sales of the passenger plane are also mentioned.

The article reports on Boeing Co.'s Current Market Outlook (CMO), which offers the aviation industry's broadest 20-year forecast of demand in Asia-Pacific region. In its 2011 report, Boeing has predicted that the Asia-Pacific region will account for 11,450 of the 33,500 new aircraft the world's airlines will need through 2030. This implies 80% of Asia-Pacific orders will be for fleet expansion and only 20% for replacement.

The article discusses the aircraft company Boeing, examining the sale of commercial aircraft by Boeing Commercial Aircraft (BCA), Southwest Airline's order of Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, and a deal with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). Other topics include the delivery of the first 787 airliner to All Nippon Airways (ANA) and a contract between airframe supplier Spirit AeroSystems and the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (Speea).

The article explores the Chinese aviation market and efforts by aircraft manufacturers Boeing and Airbus to develop relationships with aviation professionals and members of the industry in China. Topics discussed include state management of economic development, economic competition among foreign companies in China, and demand for passenger aircraft.

The article discusses the single-aisle commercial airliner market and uncertainty regarding its future. Airliner leasing is discussed and prospective actions to be taken by single-aisle airplane manufacturers Boeing and Airbus are contemplated. Industry experts cited include Air Lease Corp. chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) Steven Udvar-Hazy and Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO James Albaugh.

The article reports on the sales outlook of Boeing Co., which considers strong economies as important over oil prices. In its annual market review, the company forecasts demand for 29,400 new airplanes through 2027 valued at $3.2 trillion. Of the 35,800 aircraft Boeing expects to be in service worldwide in 2027, only 6,400 will be retained from its current fleets. About 12,500 of the new aircraft will be bought to cover increased demand, while 16,900 will be needed as replacements for current fleet.

The article reports on the concerns of aerospace analysts that the staggering oil prices will choke off demand for new aircraft. According to a report from Credit Suisse aerospace analysts, oil at current levels has become a major headwind for airlines that they are no longer looking to get new jets to improve efficiency. It is stated that airlines are cutting capacity and eliminating unprofitable routes. American Airlines has announced a 12% reduction in its domestic service, while Boeing is constraining capacity because of high fuel prices.

The article reports that Boeing Co.'s 747-8 freighter has gained acceptance in the aviation industry, while modalities concerning its passenger version have yet to be finalized. Emirates Airlines and International Lease Financing Corp. have strongly endorsed Boeing's design strategy through orders, with Emirates having ordered 10 747-8 freighter and 45 General Electric GEnx engines in a contract valued at $3.3 billion. Meanwhile, International Lease Financing Corp. has placed orders with Boeing for six 737-800s, two 777-300ERs and exercised two options for orders of 787s for deliveries from 2009-12.

The article reports that the company Kenya Airways has given Boeing Co. its first order of 2006 for the 787, purchasing six to replace its 767 fleet beginning in 2010. Kenya Airways has recently signed an agreement with Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprises for three 737-800s. Low-Cost Aircraft Leasing has added a seventh 787 to the $780-million order it placed last May for six of the 250-seat twin-aisle jets. It is informed that Boeing is celebrating delivery of the 100th 737-800NG to Ryanair, Europe's largest low-cost carrier.

This article focuses on Boeing Co. which has developed a suite of software tools to unify airline maintenance activities from start to finish, much as text, data and graphics suites are integrated for "front office" business operations. Called the Maintenance Performance Toolbox, the suite was developed by Boeing Commercial Aviation Services. It was developed to increase airline maintenance, repair and overhaul productivity and performance by giving maintenance managers and technicians 24-hour access to the repair history of individual aircraft.

This article focuses on how Boeing Co.'s book of firm orders for new commercial aircraft continues to build. One of Central Europe's new discount carriers plans to acquire 737s, and last week Boeing signed firm orders with Japan Airlines for 30 787s and 30 73-800s committed to in December 2004. GE Commercial Aviation Services ordered six 737-700s on behalf of Sky Europe, which previously ordered six-700s. Based in Bratislavia, Slovakia, low-fare Sky Europe will begin receiving the Gecas aircraft next year. It already flies 737-500s. Additionally, Sky Europe has a pending order for four 737-700s and options on 16 more, but that is not expected to close until midsummer, a Boeing official said.

The article reports that FAA's acceptance of passive radio frequency identity tags that are safe to use in flight on aircraft parts and assemblies is expected to help maintenance, repair and overhaul operations reduce costs, cycle times and defect rates. Airbus Industrie SA and Boeing Co. cooperated because they share suppliers for 70% of the parts on their aircraft and have a common interest in improving the accuracy and efficiency of parts identification. Both manufacturers expect to promote the technology using ISO 18000-6 standards.

The article reports that composites and electric systems should help keep Boeing Co.'s 787 out of maintenance shops . Boeing regards driving down aircraft operating costs as a survival issue for airlines, so its 787 design relies on advanced materials to extend maintenance intervals and new systems to improve reliability. The goal is to reduce total maintenance costs 9% and lifecycle costs of airframe and systems 5-6%, says Justin Hale, deputy chief mechanic for the 787 development program. It is a family of three twin-engine, twin-aisle aircraft seating 200-300 passengers, slated to enter service in 2008.

The article informs that in what it called "a strong year" that reflected improved conditions among the world's airlines, Boeing Co. saw its sales list make a 14% gain to 272 orders in 2004, while it delivered 285 aircraft. Last year ended with a $ 655-million order (at list prices) for 10 737-800s from European tour specialist Hapag-Lloyd of Hannover Langenhagen, Germany. Sebastian Ebel, a member of Hapag-Lloyd's parent company, the TUI Travel Group, said the purchase will allow the carrier to standardize on the 737-800 and replace its Airbus A310s.

This article presents information on developments in the airlines industry. Scott Carson, top salesman at Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA), will face a continuing challenge on how to make money, selling aircraft against an aggressive, marketshare-dominated competitor. BCA's vice president for sales, was its chief financial officer before being tapped four years ago to head Connexion by Boeing, an inflight broadband service. Though not a profitable business unit yet, Connexion has established itself with 160 corporate customers, is in use with four international airlines and has agreements with four others.

Boeing Co. has received U.S. and European certification for the 777-300 Extended Range, its first twin-engine widebody capable of reaching a 747-400's range and competing head-on with Airbus' four-engine A340-600. With a maximum takeoff weight of 659,600lb. with nominal seating for 365 in a standard three-class configuration. However, Boeing officials noted that carriers are likely to seat fewer passengers than that on long-haul services if they are offering a premium first/business class. The aircraft exceeded its performance targets.

The proposed aircraft Boeing 7E7, which is being developed with the French Catia three-dimensional computer-assisted design system as of February 16, 2004, is expected to be reliant on Dassault Systemes SA software for its operational life with customer airlines. Late last week, Boeing Co. and Dassault Systemes jointly unveiled the unprecedented scope of their long-term partnership with an advanced version of the Product Life Management system. It should enable the Seattle-based design staff and risk-sharing partners in Europe and Asia to create a virtual development workspace, according to Dassault Systemes chief executive Bernard Charles.

Continued weakness in aircraft orders that has been linked to the SARS crisis will prompt United States-based Boeing Commercial Airplanes to double the number of layoffs it plans for 2003. Airline operations were already weakened by a travel recession when the terrorists hit. After an initial layoff of 30,000 in December 2002, Boeing said that in November 2002 it would shed another 5,000 employees by the end of 2003.

Boeing Co. and the Air Traffic Alliance, a grouping of Airbus, EADS and Thales SA, have agreed to cooperate on issues affecting the interoperability of future air transport systems (ATM) on a worldwide basis. From Boeing's perspective, the agreement is a further step in the establishment of its Air Traffic Management business unit as a specialist advanced planning organization. Airlines President John Hayhurst said the savings to airlines in the U.S. alone could amount to $4-8 billion a year, simply by improving existing flight path efficiency, delaying airport-capacity reductions and boosting airplane utilization rates. Launched two years ago, Boeing's ATM unit has developed software tools to validate a network-of-networks concept and consider the cost-benefit ratios of various technology tradeoffs.

Getting airline feedback about a new design is standard operating procedure, and Boeing is talking to some 40 carriers about what they want to see in the“super-efficient” 7E7 midsize family of jets it expects to launch next year. Boeing has teamed with AOL Time Warner Inc. to seek the public's online opinions concerning design elements. Presumably, public feedback will give Boeing added data points when talking to airline customers about the design.

The article reports on the preparations by Boeing and its engine suppliers for service entry and support for the Boeing 787-8. The first aircraft will be delivered to All Nippon Airways in September 2011. The second 787 flight test aircraft, ZA002, was chosen to conduct the Boeing/ANA service ready operation validation (SROV) flights in July. The bases of Boeing's preparations for airline use include the airplane being ready and the airline being ready.