Michael O'Leary voiced concerns about ongoing delivery delays from Boeing, stating, 'Things are continuing to slip slightly, it's been disappointing.' He expressed skepticism about receiving 29 aircraft by next summer, estimating only 20 to 25 might arrive.
O'Leary mentioned, 'We’ll be lucky if we get five' of the 10 jets originally scheduled for delivery this month. He pointed to Boeing's history of disappointment and the production issues affecting the industry.
Regarding certification, O'Leary stated that he expects the 737 Max 7 certification to be delayed 'to the first half of 2025' instead of the end of this year. He voiced uncertainties about the Max 10 certification timetable as well.
He shared insights on the challenges Boeing faces under its new management, implying, 'We're working closely... but they continue to disappoint us.' O'Leary's comments reflect broader concerns about production and certification issues in the aviation sector.
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