If Customers Don’t Like the Aircraft, Airlines Have to React, Says Maybank’s Aziz

The video discusses the impact of grounding Boeing aircraft on airlines' earnings, particularly in the Asia Pacific region, where the effect is minimal due to the small number of affected planes. It highlights the importance of public perception in the aviation industry, especially after tragic incidents, and the potential for Boeing to lose customers to Airbus. The discussion also covers the financial implications for airlines and leasing companies, including possible asset impairments if the aircraft's market value diminishes due to manufacturer-related issues.

What is the impact of grounding Boeing Max aircraft on airlines in the Asia Pacific region?

• No impact as they are not used in the region

• Positive impact on earnings

• Minimal due to a small number of aircraft

• Significant due to a large number of aircraft

What is a major challenge Boeing faces in regaining public trust?

• Improving engineering quality

• Reducing aircraft prices

• Convincing the public of aircraft safety

• Increasing production speed

How might the public perception of Boeing's aircraft affect its sales?

• Sales will increase due to high demand

• Sales will remain unaffected

• Sales will only be affected in Asia

• Sales might decrease if public perception is negative

What financial impact might airlines face due to the grounding of Boeing Max aircraft?

• No change in financials

• Potential asset impairments

• Higher demand for leasing

• Increased asset value

What could happen to the market value of Boeing Max aircraft if the issue is manufacturer-related?

• It will remain stable

• It will only affect new aircraft

• It will diminish materially

• It will increase significantly