Boeing has overtaken Airbus in annual aircraft orders for the first time since 2018 after securing nearly 1,200 commercial plane orders in 2025. The US aerospace giant booked 1,173 orders last year, compared with Airbus’s 889, as Boeing shows signs of recovery after a turbulent 2024 marked by safety concerns and a prolonged labour strike.


Boeing Tops Airbus in Annual Orders for First Time Since 2018

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With the arrival of the final three aircraft, the Indian Army has now taken delivery of all six Apache attack helicopters procured for its Aviation Corps. The induction represents a significant boost to the Army’s attack helicopter capability, especially for missions in desert terrain.

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With rising geopolitical tensions and rapid advances in AI, drones, and autonomous flight, the global military aircraft market is evolving faster than ever. 

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Boeing reached a last-minute settlement in one of two lawsuits in this week's trial in Chicago over a 2019 737 MAX crash that killed 157 people, attorneys announced Wednesday.


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From the mighty Chinook to the high-tech V-22 Osprey, reveal how far rotorcraft speed and capability have advanced. Some hold records, others redefine combat performance. Key to modern warfare, from fast strikes to troop transport. These are not just for power but for speed. 

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Another Boeing safety scare. The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) was deployed mid-air on Air India flight AI-117 from Delhi to London due to a suspected hydraulic failure. The incident raises fresh concerns about Boeing aircraft safety, just months after multiple safety-related incidents globally. Is Boeing facing a deeper reliability crisis?

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Boeing has begun producing the F-47, America’s sixth-generation stealth fighter under the NGAD programme. First flight is slated for 2028, with at least 185 jets planned to replace the F-22.

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The families of four passengers who died on an Air India jet that crashed in June have filed a lawsuit in the US against planemaker Boeing and aircraft parts maker Honeywell, accusing the companies of negligence.


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While Boeing continues to trail Airbus in deliveries, it has surpassed its European competitor in new orders for 2025. Boeing secured 699 gross orders by July 31, including 243 for the 787, while Airbus received 501 orders in the same period. 

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Boeing's acquisition will bring Spirit AeroSystems, one of the world’s largest aerostructures manufacturers, back into Boeing’s fold, ending nearly two decades of the company's independence since its spin-off in 2005.

UK regulator clears Boeing’s $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

Boeing June delivery surge, featuring renewed shipments to China and strong 737 MAX output, marks progress in its recovery, even as quality concerns and rivalry with Airbus persist.

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The US State Department has approved the sale of $510 million worth of arms to Israel on June 30, paving the way for the procurement of 7,000 Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) for the Israeli Defence Force

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The Ethiopian Airlines flight ET640 experienced a depressurisation problem mid-air while it was flying over the Arabian Sea at an altitude of 33,000 feet.

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The United States has deployed B-52 bombers to the Middle East as a show of military might and a warning to Iran, amid escalating tensions between the two countries. Trump said he is not involved with Tel Aviv’s military action, but also said ‘it's possible we could get involved.’

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Boeing continues to grapple with production setbacks. Manufacturing output remains well below pre-pandemic levels, resulting in a global shortfall of 1,500 to 2,000 aircraft. 

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An Italian supplier allegedly used faulty metals in parts for nearly 500 Boeing 787 jets between 2017 and 2020. The issue passed audits and raised serious safety concerns. 

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John Barnett, a former Boeing quality manager, alleged that nearly 25% of emergency oxygen systems on some 787 aircraft could fail during cabin depressurisation. 

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Boeing rebounds with record orders, rising deliveries, and production milestones, signalling renewed confidence before the 2025 Paris Air Show.

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Boeing has landed its biggest-ever aircraft order, with Qatar Airways agreeing to buy up to 210 widebody aircraft,

this includes 787 Dreamliners and 777X models in a deal worth 96 billion dollars.

But the real question is: Can Boeing deliver on record Qatar order and mark a comeback from crisis?

Can Boeing deliver on record Qatar order?

The Qatar royal family has gifted Donald Trump a Boeing 747 jumbo jet, raising eyebrows. However, it might just be a way to get rid of the monstrous plane. World Trending

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Qatar Airways has placed the largest aircraft order in its history, signing a deal with Boeing for up to 210 widebody jets, including 160 firm orders and options for 50 more.

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Business & Economy: The deals were signed during Trump’s visit to Qatar’s capital city, Doha, and are expected to generate over 1 million US jobs in the coming years.

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Boeing Tops Airbus in Annual Orders for First Time Since 2018

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