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Boeing to Resell Some Max Jets Ordered by Chinese Airlines

These aircraft were built for Chinese airlines but are unable to be delivered. #B737max

The Chinese aviation regulator has not given the Boeing 737 Max plane the go-ahead to fly after two catastrophic tragedies, but Boeing officials indicated on Thursday that they will find new buyers for the aircraft. These aircraft were built for Chinese airlines but are unable to be delivered.

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Boeing anticipates that the action will help reduce the inventory of undeliverable Max jets that accumulated while the aircraft were grounded around the world. The decision, meanwhile, runs the risk of escalating hostilities between the aircraft manufacturer and China, which was previously Boeing’s top market for the Max.

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Boeing, based in Arlington, Virginia, has 290 undeliverable 737s in its inventory as of June 30, with around half of them going to China, according to company officials. The number that might be offered to fresh buyers was not disclosed by the corporation.

West stated at a Morgan Stanley investor conference that Boeing did not make the decision lightly because China “is a key market.” However, he voiced confidence in Boeing’s ability to find new customers for the aircraft, which list for $100 million and above – although airlines frequently receive significant discounts.

When China’s three biggest airlines purchased roughly 300 Airbus aircraft in July, Boeing’s dependence on the Chinese market was made clear.

The former president Donald Trump’s trade dispute with China caused strained ties between the United States and China. Boeing CEO David Calhoun stated on Thursday that although the company has benefited from free trade with China, recent “geopolitical events” will “slow us down.”

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When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.