China Approves First Boeing 787 Delivery Since 2021
China has approved the first delivery of a Boeing 787 since April 2021, according to people familiar with the matter. The move is a sign of improving relations between the two countries after a period of strained ties.
The delivery of the 787, which is a wide-body jet, is expected to take place in the coming weeks, the people said, asking not to be identified because the information is private. The plane is being sold to a Chinese customer, they said.
The approval comes after months of negotiations between Boeing and Chinese authorities. The two sides had been in talks since April 2021, when the Chinese government imposed a ban on the import of Boeing 787s due to safety concerns.
The ban was lifted in August 2022, but the two sides had yet to reach an agreement on the delivery of the 787. The approval of the delivery is a sign that the two sides have been able to resolve their differences.
Background of the Dispute
The dispute between Boeing and China began in April 2021, when the Chinese government imposed a ban on the import of Boeing 787s due to safety concerns. The ban was imposed after a series of incidents involving the 787, including a crash in Ethiopia in March 2021 that killed all 157 people on board.
The ban was lifted in August 2022, but the two sides had yet to reach an agreement on the delivery of the 787. The Chinese government had demanded that Boeing make changes to the plane’s design and safety features before it would approve the delivery.
Boeing’s Response
Boeing responded to the Chinese government’s demands by making changes to the 787’s design and safety features. The company also agreed to provide additional training to Chinese pilots and maintenance personnel.
The company also agreed to provide additional support to Chinese airlines that operate the 787. This includes providing technical assistance and spare parts, as well as offering discounts on the purchase of new 787s.
China’s Position
The Chinese government has been adamant that it will not approve the delivery of the 787 until it is satisfied that the plane is safe. The government has also been clear that it will not accept any compromises on safety.
The government has also been clear that it will not accept any compromises on safety. The Chinese government has said that it will not approve the delivery of the 787 until it is satisfied that the plane is safe.
Outlook
The approval of the delivery of the 787 is a sign that the two sides have been able to resolve their differences. It is also a sign that the Chinese government is willing to work with Boeing to ensure the safety of the 787.
The approval of the delivery is also a sign that the Chinese government is willing to work with Boeing to ensure the safety of the 787. The Chinese government has said that it will continue to monitor the safety of the 787 and will take action if necessary.
The approval of the delivery is a positive sign for Boeing, as it will allow the company to resume deliveries of the 787 to Chinese customers. It is also a sign that the two sides are willing to work together to ensure the safety of the 787.