Quantcast

Boeing resumes deliveries of the 737 MAX 8 amid eased US-China trade tensions

Emirates operates with SAF at London Heathrow Airport
British Airways Introduces Brunch Service on Long-Haul Flights
AirAsia FREE SEATS is BACK! - Book Cheap Flight now!
FAA Investigating After JetBlue Plane Skids Off Runway
Virgin Atlantic Offers Family-Friendly Holiday Packages
The Billion-Dollar Outlier That's Rescuing San Francisco Tourism
Alaska Airlines Adding More Boeing 787 to Boost Seattle Hub
Ryanair cancels 170 flights, disrupts over 30,000 passengers on French ATC strike
What to Know About Travel to Europe During This Record-Breaking Heatwave
Airport Workers Save the Day After Woman Loses Diamond from Her Engagement Ring in Baggage Carousel
I never talk to strangers on the plane. After my dad died, a passenger helped me talk about my grief.
American Airlines reveals new summer route: Miami → Rome
Budget UK airline launches huge sale with £29 flights to 475 holiday hotspots – but you’ll have to be quick
Delta Passengers Can Book a ‘Last Mile’ Private Jet Charter to Europe This Summer
Honeywell Runway Safety Technology Selected by Southwest Airlines for Fleetwide Installation
Southwest Airlines Adds Cockpit Alerts to Boost Runway Safety
This Airline Is Going to Start Handing Out $675 Fines to 'Unruly' Passengers: 'It Is Unacceptable'
Summer of savings? New analysis shows airfare has dropped significantly - The Points Guy
Travelers are taking extreme measures and using hacks to avoid airline baggage fees
Pigeons Cause Chaos on Delta Flight
United Airlines’ Uniforms Get A Facelift—And A Political Filter
United Continues to Face Catering Chaos at San Francisco
Passenger tries opening plane door mid-flight, gets zip-tied by veterans
Passenger Stows Away on Delta Flight from New York to Paris
Wizz Air becomes first airline to operate P&W-powered Airbus A321XLR jet
Hawaiian Airlines’ new ‘no show’ policy may make travel more expensive
BLIMP-SE OF THE FUTURE Luxury zeppelins of the future from ‘flying bum’ world’s largest aircraft to Google billionaire’s ‘impossible’ airship
Swiss Startup SmartFlyer Develops Hybrid-Electric Trainer
San Francisco-based entrepreneur takes a trip on India's worst-rated airline, his reaction will surprise you
First-Time Flyer at 81: A Grandmother's Memorable Journey
Boeing resumes deliveries of the 737 MAX 8 amid eased US-China trade tensions
Policy
Webp 737
Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft China | Simple Flying

Boeing has successfully delivered a 737 MAX 8 aircraft to China, marking the first delivery since the company halted shipments in April due to increased tariffs between Beijing and Washington. The aircraft, painted in Xiamen Airlines colors, arrived at Boeing's Zhoushan finishing plant near Shanghai. This move follows an announcement by Boeing that deliveries would resume in June if the duties were temporarily reduced for ninety days.

China accounts for about 10% of Boeing's commercial backlog and represents a significant aviation market. Representatives from both countries are set to meet in London to discuss a potential trade deal. Boeing had previously indicated that Chinese customers would not accept new planes because of tariffs and was considering reselling dozens of aircraft. According to MarketScreener, Boeing plans to deliver 50 more 737 jets to Chinese carriers throughout the year.

Xiamen Airlines, founded in 1984 and headquartered in Fujian province, is one of China's prominent airlines with over 400 domestic and international flights. It handles nearly 40 million passengers annually and boasts a fleet of 211 aircraft. Xiamen Airlines ranks high among International Air Transport Association members for revenue and passenger turnover.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

Che Shanglun, Chair of Xiamen Airlines, noted the longstanding partnership with Boeing: "In our 34-year history of operations, Xiamen Airlines has steadily grown, doubling our fleet size over the past five years and achieving profits for 31 years in a row. Throughout that time, Boeing has been a valued partner in our growth and expansion by providing safe and reliable airplanes."

The demand for new aircraft is expected to grow significantly in China over the next two decades. By 2038, Boeing projects that China will need approximately 7,690 new aircraft at an estimated cost of $1.2 trillion.

The first delivery from Boeing's Zhoushan plant was initially planned for December 2018 but was delayed due to various factors including trade tensions. As part of its broader operations within China, Boeing's activities contributed over $1 billion to the Chinese economy as reported for the year 2018.

Recent reports have highlighted ongoing challenges faced by Boeing due to bilateral tariffs introduced during President Donald Trump's administration. These tariffs affected scheduled deliveries with some aircraft being rerouted back to the United States.

As it stands now, there are still undelivered orders from various Chinese airlines totaling 137 across several carriers including Air China, China Southern Airlines, Donghai Airlines, Hainan Airlines among others.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

Citi has announced a significant partnership with American Airlines, allowing 1:1 point transfers from its ThankYou Rewards program to the airline's AAdvantage loyalty program.

Jul 27, 2025

Citi has introduced a new premium travel credit card, the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card, as a successor to the Citi Prestige Card.

Jul 27, 2025

Flying Food Group has highlighted the importance of its Corporate Treasury Team in managing financial resources.

Jul 26, 2025

Etihad Airways is preparing to launch its new Airbus A321LR aircraft, which promises to enhance the narrow-body flying experience.

Jul 26, 2025

Eurowings has been recognized as one of the top airlines in Europe, according to a study by the consumer portal Flightright.

Jul 25, 2025

American Airlines is set to reintroduce its Boeing 777-200ER aircraft for domestic flights between New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this fall.

Jul 25, 2025