Airline Exec's Misunderstanding Could Be Boeing's Undoing
Calhoun is basing his decision to wait until the mid-2030s to launch a new airliner on a misunderstanding of how the commercial jet market has worked. If he does this, Airbus will be able to gain over 70% market share, which could knock Boeing out[...]
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This could be the beginning of the end for Boeing as a jetliner prime. With CEO Dave Calhoun's announcement last week that the company won't introduce a new jetliner until the mid 2030s, Boeing is now behind the curve compared to its competitors. This could open the door for other companies to take over the market share that Boeing has long dominated.
This is a significant departure from the norm for Boeing, and it means that we can expect an all-new jetliner from the company in 2030. This is a huge change from the company's previous comments, and it's sure to generate a lot of interest from investors and aviation enthusiasts alike.
While it is true that some knowledge may be lost between design teams during a clean-sheet program, this is not necessarily a bad thing. According to Calhoun, a new airplane will be introduced in the middle of next decade. This means that new engineers will have the opportunity to put their own stamp on the design, and the end result will be an even better product.
I believe that the new time frame for the development of the new jet is too long. The most promising efficiency-enhancing technologies are platform-neutral, and there is no need to wait for the new jet to incorporate them. SAF and greater autonomy will be useful for any new jet, and propfans might finally be ready for use in the 2030s. This slow road implies that their arrival won’t make everything else obsolete.
In June, Calhoun stated that the rationale for the delay in the production of the new airplane is based on a misunderstanding of aviation history. He said that if you look back at the history of new airplanes, they were never really started until the propulsion package brought a 10%, 15%, or 20% improvement over the previous one.
There's no denying that Boeing is one of the world's leading aerospace companies. They have a proven track record of designing and building amazing products that meet the needs of the market. However, what many people don't realize is that Boeing typically lags behind their competition when it comes to releasing new products. This is usually because they put so much effort into making sure their products are perfect that they miss the boat on timing. However, even though they may not be the first to market, they usually end up crushing the competition thanks to the superior quality of their products.
The Boeing 707, 727, 737, 757, and 767 have all been highly successful aircraft, trouncing the competition in their respective markets. The 777 has been even more successful, beating out the Airbus A330/340 and the McDonnell Douglas MD-11. The latest versions of the 777, the 300ER and 200LR, have been particularly successful, trouncing the Airbus A340-500/600. It's not just about new engines either - Boeing has consistently outpaced the competition in terms of performance, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
The 787 was a great idea, but it was executed poorly. The same can be said for the 737MAX. Both planes had great potential, but they were let down by poor execution.
The A321neo is the perfect airplane for airlines who want the largest, most capable single aisle plane. With an order book of 4,525 jets and a backlog of 3,689 jets, the A321neo is the perfect plane for airlines who want the most capable single aisle plane.
Boeing's 737 MAX 10 is way behind the A321neo in terms of orders, and it's not even clear if the MAX 10 will be certified. This leaves Boeing at a disadvantage in the market for single-aisle jets.
I believe that Airbus is on the right track with their latest announcements. They seem to be focused on creating a strong middle market with the A321neo and then the stretched A220-500. This will damage Boeing's best-selling jet, the 737 MAX 8, and allow Airbus to hold a majority share of the jetliner market by the early 2030s.
Airbus is poised to dominate the commercial aviation market in the coming years, thanks to its efficient and innovative aircraft designs. The company's A320 series, in particular, is set to benefit from new wing and engine designs that will make it even more fuel-efficient and popular with airlines. With Boeing Commercial struggling to keep up with Airbus's innovation, it is likely that the former will simply fade away in the coming years.
There is no doubt that Boeing is facing some difficult challenges at the moment. However, it is important to remember that the company has faced challenges before and has always found a way to overcome them. The only alternative to the current scenario is if Boeing gets a new CEO. However, even if this happens, it is important to remember that Boeing has a long history of success and has the potential to overcome these challenges and continue to be a leading aerospace company.
