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United Airlines nears deal with Boeing for major 787 order

United Airlines and Boeing are close to a deal on a big order for 787 Dreamliners

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United Airlines and Boeing are close to a deal on a big order for 787 Dreamliners, according to sources. The order’s exact size could not be immediately determined, but it is anticipated to be sizeable and announced as soon as this month.

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Bloomberg News reported in October that United was considering an order for more than 100 widebody aircraft and was comparing bids from Boeing and Airbus SE’s A350.

Continuing to construct 787s at a low rate, Boeing stated in October that it “will progressively return to five aeroplanes per month over time.” We anticipate increased production rates, according to Boeing, given the huge demand and backlog of more than 400 widebody aircraft.

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Boeing and United both declined to comment. At the end of September, United has 64, 787 Dreamliners, and by the end of 2022, it will have 68. In August, Boeing delivered its first 787 since May 2021 after facing production problems. The Federal Aviation Administration cleared the way for deliveries to resume after the agency approved Boeing’s inspection and retrofit plan needed to meet certification standards in July.

Widebody aircraft are in higher demand, according to both Boeing and Airbus. In afternoon trading, United stock fell 1.3%.

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Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.