Boeing Delivers 60 Jets in May, Up 33% Year-Over-Year

Boeing announced a significant increase in its commercial jetliner deliveries for May, handing over 60 aircraft to customers. This figure represents a substantial 33% rise compared to the same period last year, signaling a positive trend in the aerospace giant's production and delivery capabilities.

The company's best-selling 737 MAX model was the primary driver of this growth, with 51 units delivered in May. This marks the highest monthly delivery number for the 737 series since production was reinstated in December 2024. Boeing is actively working to boost its production capacity, aiming to increase the monthly output of the 737 series from 42 to 47 aircraft by the summer.

In terms of new business, Boeing secured 27 new orders in May. These included 14 737 aircraft destined for an undisclosed military customer and 10 wide-body 787 Dreamliners ordered by German carrier Lufthansa. However, the month also saw cancellations, with 16 orders for the 737 MAX being rescinded. This led to a net increase of only 11 new orders for May.

Cumulatively, Boeing has delivered 250 aircraft in the first five months of the year, with the 737 MAX accounting for 198 of those deliveries. Other aircraft delivered in May included six 787 Dreamliners, one 777 freighter, and one 767 freighter. The delivery of 787 Dreamliners continues to be affected by delays in the certification of premium cabin seating, a key supply chain and certification challenge for the model. As of the end of May, Boeing's total order backlog stood at 6,178 aircraft.