Delivery Timeline Advanced
Boeing will provide 25 aircraft to the Irish budget airline earlier than initially planned. The 737 MAX planes, originally scheduled for next spring, are now expected in October, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary announced on Wednesday. He praised the aircraft’s “excellent workmanship” and expressed confidence that U.S. authorities would approve them promptly.
Boeing Faces Continuing Challenges
The manufacturer has long been under scrutiny for safety and production issues. The 737 MAX was involved in several serious accidents linked to technical faults, including one incident where a cabin door section detached mid-flight. U.S. regulators subsequently grounded the model and later limited production to 38 jets per month. Earlier this year, Boeing signaled plans to seek approval to raise that limit.
Timely Relief for Ryanair
The accelerated delivery comes at a pivotal moment for the airline. Ryanair recently canceled around 700 flights due to air traffic control strikes, particularly in France. Despite these setbacks, demand has remained strong, O’Leary said. With 70 percent of September seats already sold, he expects to recover much of the lost revenue and reaffirmed the airline’s outlook for the year.
