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Boeing and Airbus transition to new-generation aircraft amid existing order complications
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Questions linger about the continuation of production for previous-generation Boeing and Airbus jets as orders still remain on the books for certain models, particularly in freighter and military adaptations. Despite the cessation of commercial passenger deliveries reportedly in 2024, five passenger jets' deliveries remain indeterminate. Boeing continues to produce freighter adaptations, as well as military variants with ongoing production for both Boeing and Airbus.

Airbus, founded on December 18, 1970, and headquartered in Toulouse, France, has completely transitioned its commercial passenger aircraft production to current-generation models. This includes the Airbus A220, A320neo, A321neo, A330neo, and A350 families. The last previous-generation models, such as the Airbus A330-300 and A320ceo, recently concluded production. Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury oversees this modernization effort.

A total of 270 previous-generation Boeing and Airbus aircraft remain ordered, comprising five civilian passenger jets (with dubious delivery prospects), 111 freighters, and 154 military variants. As production lines near shutdown, potential remains for additional military orders, but new civilian freighter orders are not anticipated.

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Boeing's previous-generation production has similarly waned, save for the Boeing 777. Military adaptations of previous passenger lines continue, with 78 freighter models and five Boeing 777-300ERs yet to be delivered, though their future is uncertain. Boeing, like Airbus, advances the transition to newer models.

Airbus's A330 remains in service through its military tanker adaptation, Airbus A330 MRTT, with 16 orders outstanding. Boeing's 737 NG survives through its evolution into military models like the maritime patrol P-8 Poseidon and E-7 Wedgetail, expanding military applications for the previously civilian-focused aircraft.

Boeing's 747 production extends through delayed military adaptations, including two replacements for Air Force One slated for delivery by 2029. Similarly, Boeing's 767 retains military relevance in the KC-46A Pegasus variant.

Finally, the cessation of the Boeing 737 NG as a commercial passenger model leaves its production aligned with military priorities, echoing a broader aviation industry trend towards current-generation developments.

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