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6年走不出亏损,空难频发波音“坠落”
Xin Jing Bao· 2025-06-12 14:21
Group 1 - The recent crash of an Indian Airlines Boeing 787-8 resulted in the death of all 242 people on board, marking the first accident for this aircraft model [2][5] - Boeing has faced multiple safety incidents in recent years, including three accidents involving the Boeing 737-800 in December 2023, leading to increased scrutiny of the company's safety practices [2][3] - Boeing's financial performance has been severely impacted, with a reported revenue of $66.5 billion in the previous year, a 14% decline year-over-year, and a net loss of approximately $11.8 billion in 2024 [2][11] Group 2 - The Boeing 787 series, which includes the 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10, has been noted for its low fuel consumption and high efficiency, but has also faced significant operational challenges, including multiple delivery pauses due to manufacturing defects [6][12] - Since 2018, Boeing has experienced at least 21 safety incidents involving its aircraft, contributing to a loss of market confidence and a decline in orders compared to competitors like Airbus [6][10] - Boeing's market share in China has decreased, with Airbus now holding a 52.2% share compared to Boeing's 40.8%, exacerbated by the introduction of domestic competitors like COMAC [9][10] Group 3 - Boeing's CEO has identified 2025 as a critical year for business restructuring, with plans to increase production of the 737 MAX and reduce costs through asset sales, including a recent $10.55 billion deal to sell part of its digital aviation solutions business [12] - The company has been in a continuous state of financial loss since 2019, with cumulative losses exceeding $35.6 billion, prompting significant workforce reductions and operational adjustments [11][12] - Boeing's delivery numbers have significantly lagged behind Airbus, with only 348 aircraft delivered in the past year, a nearly 35% decrease compared to the previous year [6][8]