Kelly Ortberg
Coverage of Kelly Ortberg in the Nexus archive.
- FAA certifies Boeing 737 Max 7
The US Federal Aviation Administration certified Boeing’s 737 Max 7 after years of delays, aiding Boeing’s efforts to restore its reputation and profitability. The certification follows past challenges, including two fatal crashes in 2018, and comes as Airbus remains ahead in design with its A320.
- Airlines are still willing to bet on Boeing, and the biggest aviation show of the year proves it
Boeing outperformed Airbus in order tallies at the Farnborough Airshow, signaling renewed airline confidence under CEO Kelly Ortberg. Despite ongoing challenges like the delayed 777X and order backlogs, Boeing reported increased revenue and deliveries, though it still faces financial losses and a declining stock price.
- Boeing’s Air Force One replacement racks up $280M charge
Boeing incurred a $280 million charge for its Air Force One replacement project. CEO Kelly Ortberg stated the company is investing to maintain the 2028 delivery commitment despite the financial setback.
- Boeing CEO says company still needs 'a couple more years' to repair finances before new jet
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg stated the company requires several more years to stabilize its finances before launching a new jet. The focus remains on strengthening existing operations rather than accelerating development of a successor to the 737 MAX.
- Another jump in Boeing deliveries shows why we got into the stock and want to stay in
Boeing's increased deliveries highlight the company's ongoing turnaround efforts under CEO Kelly Ortberg. The article explains why investors remain confident in the stock despite challenges.
- Boeing CEO says company met requirements to increase 737 Max production to 47 jets per month
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg announced the company has met FAA requirements to increase 737 Max production to 47 aircraft per month. The update confirms compliance with regulatory standards for scaling manufacturing.
- Boeing went to China to sell planes. Beijing is buying something else
Boeing's CEO Kelly Ortberg visited Beijing to sell aircraft, but China is more focused on developing its own domestic aviation industry to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. Since a 2017 agreement for 300 Boeing aircraft, China has pursued an industrial program aimed at self-sufficiency in aircraft manufacturing.
- Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750
Boeing will sell 200 planes to China, with a potential expansion to 750 planes, in a deal made during President Donald Trump's summit with China's President Xi Jinping. The deal marks a significant breakthrough for Boeing in the Chinese market and could also benefit General Electric. This sale is Boeing's first major one to China in nearly a decade.
- Trump turns Air Force One into a boardroom — and dares China to blink
Donald Trump is using his visit to China as an opportunity to showcase American business and compete with China, with a plane full of American CEOs. The US and China are working towards a managed trade framework, potentially reducing tariffs on $30 billion worth of imports. Trump's economic approval has dropped to 30%, but the trip may help shift public opinion.
- Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg set to join Trump on China visit next week
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg will join President Donald Trump on his visit to China next week. The trip is expected to involve discussions related to trade and business. Boeing's involvement suggests a focus on aerospace and trade agreements.