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737 MAX Production Ramp

BOEING CO · 2026-09-18 · Importance 46 · Surprise 42

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said the 737 MAX production ramp is taking longer than previously promised. The delayed ramp reflects continuing manufacturing and delivery execution challenges despite sustained commercial aircraft demand. The reports characterize the production issues as a key factor behind the company’s share-price decline during the week.