Boeing Lands $18.6B Qatar Deal

The transcript discusses the ongoing rivalry between Boeing and Airbus, focusing on a recent order from Qatar that benefits Boeing after Qatar canceled orders for Airbus's A320 NEO due to delays. Boeing aims to achieve a one-to-one book-to-bill ratio by the year's end, but faces challenges as the order is primarily for narrowbody jets, while Boeing has been focusing on widebodies. The transcript also touches on the implications of US-Qatar relations, with Qatar's recent order being its first for Boeing's single-aisle jets since 1979, amidst speculation about a connection to a US fighter jet deal.

What recent event has affected the orders for Airbus's A320 NEO version?

What is Boeing's target regarding their order and delivery ratio?

What type of jets does the majority of the recent Qatar order consist of?

Why is the recent order from Qatar significant for Boeing?

What has Qatar stated regarding the connection between their fighter jet purchase and the Boeing order?