Jens Flotow

Richard Aboulafia, a veteran aviation analyst, joins Aviation Week editors Jens Flotow and Guy Norris for a riveting discussion on the future of widebody aircraft. They delve into the reasons behind the slow roll-out of new models by Airbus and Boeing, while examining the emerging Comac C929. The conversation highlights the intricate relationships between engine manufacturing and aircraft development, as well as the impact of market demand and sustainability on future designs, including the critical role of Emirates and geopolitical influences.

Guests include Daniel Williams, Aviation Week's director of Fleet Data, offering crucial insights on aircraft deliveries; Jens Flotow, who heads the commercial aviation team and shares details from his visit to Toulouse; and Sean Broderick, Aviation Week's safety editor, analyzing Boeing's production challenges. They discuss Airbus's ambitious target of 770 deliveries versus Boeing's struggles with production declines and labor issues. The conversation also touches on engine durability, rising costs for airlines, and the effects of supply chain disruptions on the aviation industry.

In this engaging discussion, Michael Bruno, Chief Business Editor at Aviation Week, Jens Flotow, global commercial aviation editor, and Scott Mikus from Melios Research dive deep into the tumultuous Boeing strike. They explore the striking workers' impact on suppliers and production, revealing emerging financial crises. The conversation highlights the pressing need for effective negotiations to stabilize operations, while unpacking the broader implications for the aviation supply chain and investor sentiment in this challenging economic climate.