Delivery Rescheduled Sooner
Boeing will supply 25 aircraft to the Irish low-cost airline ahead of the original timetable. The 737 MAX jets, first set for delivery next spring, are now expected to arrive in October, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary announced on Wednesday. He praised the planes’ quality as “outstanding” and said he expects U.S. regulators to approve them without delay.
Boeing’s Persistent Challenges
The company has faced ongoing scrutiny over safety and production problems. The 737 MAX was linked to several serious accidents caused by technical malfunctions, including one incident where a cabin door detached mid-flight. Following these events, U.S. authorities grounded the model and later capped production at 38 aircraft per month. Earlier this year, Boeing indicated plans to request approval to increase output.
Strategic Timing for Ryanair
The advanced deliveries come at an important juncture for the airline. Ryanair recently had to cancel around 700 flights due to air traffic controller strikes, particularly in France. Nevertheless, demand has remained strong, O’Leary said. With 70 percent of September seats already sold, he expects to make up most of the losses and reaffirmed the airline’s outlook for the year.
