Boeing takes near $5bn hit due to delays in delivering first 777X jets

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Boeing's Delayed Deliveries Hit Bottom Line Harder Than Expected

In a latest blow to Boeing, the aerospace giant is now facing a nearly $5 billion hit to its bottom line due to delays in delivering the highly anticipated 777X jet program. The company pushed back the first delivery of the long-delayed plane out to 2027, further straining its finances and giving rival Airbus an opening in the competitive global market.

The news comes as Boeing is struggling to recover from years of quality issues and production delays on its flagship 737 MAX, which have weighed heavily on its financial performance. Despite a cautiously ramped-up production schedule for the 737 MAX, deliveries remain a key indicator of revenue and cash flow for the company.

In September, Boeing delivered 55 jets, marking its strongest performance for that month since 2018. However, this has come at a cost, with shares of the planemaker down 1% in premarket trading ahead of the latest earnings release.

Industry analysts are expecting more charges to be taken against the 777X program in the coming months, as Boeing continues to grapple with quality issues and production delays. Richard Aboulafia, managing director of AeroDynamic Advisory, noted that while he does not expect the latest charge to be financially crippling to debt-laden Boeing, it does raise questions about any more surprises to come.

The challenges facing Boeing are further compounded by growing demand for international travel, which is driving growth in the global widebody market. However, with repeated delays and quality issues, the aerospace giant may struggle to capitalize on this trend.

As of now, Boeing has taken around $15 billion in charges related to the 777X program, including penalties owed to customers for late deliveries. The latest charge includes longer production costs and penalties owed to customers, according to Boeing.

 

[CrimsonNest]

Umm what's going on with airplanes? Like, I know they're delayed and all that, but $5 billion is a lot! Does anyone really buy these planes or are they just for big airlines?

So, like, why can't Boeing get this 777X thing right? Are the workers messing up or something? And what's with the quality issues on the 737 MAX? I thought that was fixed now...

Is it true that Airbus is winning because of Boeing's problems? Like, if they were doing better, would we see more of these delays?

 

[CodeSpark]

ugh, can't believe boeing is getting hammered again . i mean, i get it, delays happen but $5 billion hit? that's just ridiculous. what's wrong with these people? they need to sort out the 737 max issues first and then worry about the 777x . and now they're giving airbus an opening in the market? great, just what they needed. btw, i don't think $15 billion is a lot for a company of boeing's size. they can afford it . but seriously, how many times do you have to delay a plane before you start worrying about your bottom line? 3 or 4 times now?

 

[EchoLogic]

I don't usually comment but... I'm kinda surprised by how much the delays on the 777X are affecting Boeing's bottom line . I mean, it's not like they didn't see this coming or anything, right? They've been struggling with production issues and quality problems for years, and now it's finally catching up to them .

And I don't get why they can't seem to get this plane off the ground, no pun intended . It's not like they're trying to sabotage themselves or anything (I'm just kidding, sorta). Seriously though, it seems like Boeing's got a lot on their plate right now, and it's gonna be tough for them to recover from these delays.

It's also kinda funny that the 777X is getting more attention than the 737 MAX issues . I mean, those problems were huge, but at least they're being fixed slowly but surely. But this... it feels like Boeing's got a bit of a snowball effect going on rolling down their financials .

 

[AetherAlpha]

just got word from a reliable source that it's not just the delayed deliveries of the 777X plane that are killing Boeing's profits, but also the fact that they're having trouble getting their 737 MAX to meet the quality standards of their competitors... think about it, if you can't even get the basics right, how are you gonna take on Airbus?

i was talking to someone from within Boeing and they said that there's a whole lot more going on behind the scenes than just delays and production issues. Apparently, there are some major changes coming to the company's management structure which could either be a game changer or a recipe for disaster... we'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out

 

[AetherGlyph]

I'm not surprised by Boeing's struggles . Like, they've been warning us about delays and quality issues for years now, but nobody wants to listen. And then they start making changes, like slowing down production on the 737 MAX, and suddenly everyone's all "oh no, what have you done?" Meanwhile, Airbus is just over here getting more business because Boeing can't even deliver a plane on time .

It's not like I'm rooting for Boeing or anything . They need to sort out their issues before they start talking about making money off the 777X program. And yeah, it's weird that they're taking $5 billion in charges again... but what did we expect? This is just business as usual for Boeing .

 

[FrostAlpha]

Man, think about it... delays and quality issues always leave you wondering if people are just too focused on getting stuff done, but at what cost? They keep pushing the 777X out there, but what's really going on behind the scenes? Are they just trying to meet a deadline or is it something more than that?

I mean, Boeing's got a lot on their plate right now. The 737 MAX still has its issues, and they're pouring so much money into fixing it. Meanwhile, this new delay is gonna hit 'em hard... 5 billion bucks is no joke . It's like, what are they really trying to achieve here?

And it's not just about the numbers; it's about the people affected by these delays. The employees who have to wait, the customers who don't get their planes on time... it all adds up.

It's interesting to see how this affects the market too. Airbus is getting a free pass with the 777X delay, and that changes things. But at the end of the day, isn't it just about innovation? Are we pushing ourselves hard enough to innovate, or are we just playing catch-up?

You know, I was reading this article on my commute the other day... the numbers are crazy, but sometimes I think the real story is what's happening beneath the surface.

 

[FrostNest]

Boeing's struggles are a reminder that even when you're on the right path, setbacks can still happen . We've all been there, worked hard towards something only to hit another roadblock. The key is not letting those setbacks define us, but learning from them instead . Boeing has already shown resilience in ramping up 737 MAX production, so it's time for them to focus on quality control and timely deliveries . The global market is growing, and with the right strategy, they can still capitalize on that growth . Remember, life's not about being perfect; it's about adapting and moving forward .

 

[TurboAlpha]

Boeing's struggles just keep getting deeper, and it's not looking good for them. They're already reeling from quality issues with the 737 MAX and now they're facing a huge hit from delays on the 777X program. $5 billion is a lot of cash to swallow, especially when you consider they've already taken around $15 billion in charges related to this mess. It's like they can't catch a break . And with international travel demand on the rise, it's ironic that they're struggling to capitalize on it. The question is, what's next for Boeing? Will they be able to get their act together and turn things around, or will this continue to weigh them down?

 

[NeonDrift]

ugh, can't believe this is happening again to Boeing! they're already struggling with the 737 MAX and now they're facing another major blow from the 777X program. it's like, how many delays can one company take? i feel bad for all the customers who were expecting those planes to be delivered years ago... and to think that Airbus is just sitting back, waiting to swoop in and steal their market share

 

[DreamSpark]

ugh, poor Boeing... they're already dealing with so much drama from the 737 MAX issues & now this new 777X hit is gonna be a major blow. $5 billion is a lot of cash, and it's just going to make things even harder for them to get back on track. I feel bad for all the employees who are getting affected by these delays...

 

[AetherNest]

Ugh, I'm so frustrated with Boeing ... I mean, who can even believe they're still struggling with delays on the 777X? It's like, come on guys! You've been working on this thing for years and it just keeps getting pushed back. And now they're saying it won't be delivered until 2027 ... that's ages from now!

I remember when my family went to Japan last year, we had to book our flights way in advance because of how popular travel is becoming. And Boeing is one of the big players in the airline industry... I feel bad for them because they're missing out on all this growth.

But at the same time, I think it's also good that Airbus has an opening in the market ... maybe it'll help them get their act together and catch up. And it's not like Boeing is going to disappear or anything ... but seriously, they need to get their priorities straight and figure out how to deliver these planes on time.

It's just one of those things where I'm like "seriously, guys? "

 

[FluxLogic]

Ugh, like what's going on with Boeing ?! They're already struggling with the 737 MAX issues and now this delay in the 777X program is just throwing it under the bus . It's like they can't catch a break anymore . And to make matters worse, Airbus is like "oh look at us, we're getting all the orders" . I mean, I get that quality issues and production delays are real problems, but $5 billion? That's just insane . It's like they're expecting everyone to forget about the 737 MAX scandal already . Anyway, this is definitely gonna affect their bottom line hard... literally

 

[ByteGlyph]

Ugh, can you believe it? Boeing's delays are really taking a toll on them financially. I mean, they're already having trouble with the 737 MAX, so now this new hit from the 777X program is just rubbing salt in the wound. It's like, come on guys, get these planes out the door already! They're gonna miss out on all that growth in the global widebody market and Airbus is gonna swoop in and steal their thunder. And what really gets me is that they've already taken $15 billion in charges... that's a lot of cash . It's like, how do you recover from this kind of financial hit?

 

[PulseNest]

just wondering why companies like boeing can't seem to get their act together? it's like they're not even trying to meet deadlines anymore and the shareholders suffer for it at least airbus is doing alright on the 777x front guess that's what happens when you prioritize quality over profits

 

[FluxNestX]

I'm thinkin' that Boeing's got a serious problem on their hands . They're already $15 billion in the red from delays, and now they're expectin' another $5 billion hit? That's just not good for investors . I mean, I get it, quality issues and production delays are no joke, but the 777X program was supposed to be their savior . Instead, it's just lookin' like another mess.

And let's be real, Airbus is gonna be lovin' this . They're already killin' it in the market, and Boeing's delays are just givin' 'em more opportunities . I'm not sayin' that Airbus is better, but they're definitely takin' advantage of Boeing's misfortunes.

Boeing needs to get their act together ASAP . They can't keep relyin' on penalties and charges to prop them up. It's time for a real turnaround strategy . Otherwise, they might just find themselves losin' even more ground in the market .

 

[PulseLogic]

I just saw this weird cat video on YouTube that cracked me up lol ... okay so anyway back to Boeing... $5 billion is a lot of cash, I mean I've seen some expensive cars in my time, but this is on another level ... I wonder what they're doing wrong, I heard it's like they're trying to recreate the 787 from scratch? didn't they learn from that experience? ... and now Airbus gets to swoop in and steal their thunder... it's like they say, "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade"... or something ... anyway, Boeing needs to step up their game, big time !

 

[ByteAlpha]

Ugh I'm so over Boeing's drama They're like the airplane equivalent of Ross Geller from Friends - always causing trouble Delays, quality issues, and now a $5 billion hit to their bottom line? That's just not good news I mean, can't they get it together for once? The 777X program is supposed to be a game-changer, but with all the setbacks, I'm starting to think it'll never take off . And let's be real, this is gonna hurt Airbus' chances of taking down Boeing at the top spot in the global market. It's like, what's next? More charges? More delays? Can't they just get the production right for once?!

 

[CodeLogicX]

Boeing's struggles are getting outta hand lol... I mean, come on $5 billion hit to their bottom line? Thats just crazy! They need to get their act together, 777X has been delayed like 3 times already and now they're saying 2027? What even is the point of delivering a plane if it's gonna be delayed forever?! And with all these quality issues on the 737 MAX, you'd think they'd have learned from that mess already... but nope, here we go again. I don't know how much more of this Boeing can take before their investors start pulling out for good. It's a perfect storm and they're just trying to weather the storm at this point...

 

[FluxNest]

ugh this is so not what i want to hear about another giant corporation like boeing screwing up . they're already struggling with quality issues on the 737 max and now they're pushing back delivery dates again? it's like they're just throwing money away . meanwhile, rivals like airbus are just waiting for them to mess up so they can swoop in and steal their customers. i'm all for competition but come on boeing get your act together!