In a recent development impacting the aviation industry, Boeing’s workforce dynamics are shifting back to normal as over 32,000 machinists are set to return to their duties after a seven-week strike. This strike, which began on September 13, ended following the approval of a new contract offering a 38% pay raise over four years, among other benefits. During the strike, Boeing’s production of several aircraft models, including the 737 Max, came to a standstill, causing a significant slowdown.
This production halt also affected deliveries, with Boeing handing over only 14 jetliners in October, the lowest since November 2020. Nevertheless, nine of these were 737 Max jets. In contrast, its European competitor, Airbus, has delivered 559 aircraft to date this year, outpacing Boeing’s 305 deliveries.
As operations resume, the company faces the challenge of reinitiating efficient production processes, ensuring workers’ safety, and updating training qualifications. Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg highlighted the complexity of restarting production, emphasizing the importance of a careful and strategic approach.
Despite these setbacks, Boeing has secured 63 aircraft orders in October, including 40 737 Max 8s for the Avia Solutions Group, and delivered 10 787 Dreamliners to LATAM Airlines, maintaining some momentum in what has been a challenging period for the manufacturer.
Original Story https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/12/boeing-airplane-deliveries-october-strike.html
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