Business Wars Boeing vs Airbus - An Unholy Alliance | 4
Jan 15, 2020
In the late 1980s, the fallout from a tragic air show crash raises serious safety questions about Airbus's A320. Meanwhile, Boeing struggles to win over airlines with new aircraft designs and faces mounting pressure from its competitor. The podcast highlights Boeing's strategic maneuvers to maintain its dominance in the aerospace market while navigating significant challenges post-McDonnell Douglas acquisition. As tensions rise and alliances emerge, the fierce rivalry between these aviation giants reaches a critical juncture.
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A320 Crash Investigation
- Following a tragic A320 crash, Airbus VP Bernard Ziegler questions pilot Michel Asseline.
- Asseline insists the plane malfunctioned, creating doubt around Airbus's fly-by-wire system.
Boeing's Proposal Rejected
- Boeing VP Phil Condit presents a new aircraft proposal to United Airlines, a double-decker 767.
- United Airlines' Jim Guyette rejects the idea, demanding a brand new jet and unprecedented design involvement.
Pilot Error Blamed
- The initial investigation of the A320 crash blames pilot error, not the fly-by-wire system.
- Michel Asseline is found guilty of involuntary homicide and injury, easing concerns about Airbus technology.