Aircraft
Airbus, Boeing Ink Major New Orders
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Despite the availability of newer technology in the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350, the Airbus A330-200 continues to sell, most recently drawing a 30-unit order from China Aviation Supplies Holding Company. (Image: Airbus)
Despite the availability of newer technology in the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350, the Airbus A330-200 continues to sell, most recently drawing a 30-unit order from China Aviation Supplies Holding Company. (Image: Airbus)

Airbus and Boeing each announced significant new order commitments today, as persistently strong sales in the commercial airplane sector continue to boost the balance sheets of the world’s top airframe makers.