After many setbacks, Boeing is beginning to regain momentum. The American aerospace giant is reportedly on the verge of securing a massive new order.

A UK airline is preparing to place a $10 billion order for boeing 777 aircraft likely British Airways’ parent company, International Airlines Group (IAG)—is expected to order $10 billion worth of Boeing aircraft.

A Strategic Comeback for Boeing

The deal, while not yet officially confirmed, represents a significant endorsement for Boeing as it works through a mountain of challenges and a staggering backlog of orders.

According to insiders familiar with the discussions, the deal would involve a substantial number of widebody aircraft, potentially from the 787 Dreamliner and the soon-to-be-certified 777X families.

The latter has recently completed rigorous flight testing and is now in the final phases of certification with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Encouragingly, the boeing 777x test campaign has so far revealed no major issues, clearing a critical hurdle in the jet’s path to commercial service.

Airbus Also In The Mix

While boeing news appears to be the primary beneficiary of the upcoming deal, the report also suggests that Airbus could receive a portion of the widebody aircraft orders. This move would not only balance fleet diversity for the airline but also reflect the increasingly competitive dynamics between the two aerospace giants.

The reported boeing 777x news order aligns with earlier plans to modernize the fleet of British Airways by replacing its aging Boeing 747s and 777-200s. A prior deal of similar nature, once valued at $18.6 billion before discounts, had laid the groundwork for this significant fleet overhaul.

Backlog and Demand Outlook

Should this $10 billion deal materialize, it would add further momentum to Boeing’s already impressive commercial aircraft backlog. As of May 2025, the company reported 5,595 unfilled aircraft orders—underscoring robust demand despite production bottlenecks and global supply chain challenges.

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