Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer Ponder Their Next Moves
The start of a new year usually stimulates positive resolve, with which Boeing and Airbus might summarize their intentions for 2010 in three words: “Must d
Bombardier C-Series
Bombardier C-Series

The start of a new year usually stimulates positive resolve, with which Boeing and Airbus might summarize their intentions for 2010 in three words: “Must do better.” Both companies face near- and long-term product-development challenges, as well as opportunities.

Boeing’s shoulders will have lifted as not one, but two,
787s flew last month–28 months late, following six delays. The challenge now lies in certifying and delivering the first 787 by the end of this year (if not by September 30, in line with the original nine-month schedule). Boeing now must fly the
747-8, previously delayed by 787 preoccupations.