Seattle, July 9 - In June 2025, Boeing achieved a significant milestone by delivering 60 airplanes, marking its highest monthly delivery total since December 2023. This surge in output reflects the aerospace giant’s concerted efforts to ramp up production of its bestselling 737 Max jets, following a period fraught with manufacturing challenges and safety concerns. Of the 60 aircraft delivered, 42 were 737 Max models, with major customers including Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines. This accomplishment underscores Boeing’s progress in stabilizing its production lines and rebuilding confidence in its manufacturing processes after a series of setbacks.
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The uptick in deliveries comes in the wake of a turbulent period for Boeing, particularly following a January 2024 incident involving a 737 Max 9, where a door plug component detached mid-flight, triggering a fresh crisis for the company. The incident prompted intense scrutiny from regulators, leading the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to cap 737 Max production at approximately 38 jets per month. This restriction, coupled with a machinists’ strike in late 2024, significantly hampered Boeing’s output, resulting in a sluggish end to the year. However, under the leadership of CEO Kelly Ortberg, who assumed the role in August 2024, Boeing has prioritized enhancing production rates and quality control. Ortberg’s strategic focus has yielded tangible results, with the company delivering 150 aircraft in the second quarter of 2025, its strongest quarterly performance since 2018, before the 737 Max groundings following two fatal crashes.
Boeing’s backlog, standing at 5,953 aircraft as of June 30, 2025, highlights robust demand for its planes, particularly the 737 Max. In June alone, the company booked 116 gross orders, translating to 70 net orders after accounting for cancellations and adjustments. This order activity reflects renewed customer confidence, bolstered by Boeing’s efforts to address supply chain disruptions and implement stricter quality controls. The FAA’s ongoing oversight, including increased inspections at Boeing’s Renton, Washington, facility, has been instrumental in ensuring compliance with safety standards. FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker’s recent visits to the plant underscore the agency’s commitment to holding Boeing accountable, particularly after identifying non-compliance issues in manufacturing processes during a 2024 audit.
Looking ahead, Boeing is set to report its second-quarter financial results on July 29, 2025, with investors keenly focused on Ortberg’s roadmap for further increasing production. The company aims to reach an FAA-approved production rate of 42 737 Max jets per month by early 2026, a target Ortberg expressed confidence in achieving during a May investor conference. However, challenges remain, including navigating regulatory hurdles and sustaining operational stability amidst ongoing supply chain constraints. Boeing’s ability to maintain this momentum will be critical as it competes with Airbus, which has capitalized on Boeing’s challenges to strengthen its position in the commercial aviation market. Despite these obstacles, Boeing’s June delivery figures signal a promising step toward recovery, reinforcing its commitment to restoring its reputation as a leading aircraft manufacturer.