Boeing came up in second place to its European rival, the Airbus Group, on orders in the first half of the year. The Chicago-based company has deliver more airplanes this year, though.
Airbus reported a total of 382 new orders — 348 after counting cancellations — and 304 deliveries in the first six months of the year.
Boeing had 325 new orders — 281 after cancellations — and 381 deliveries.
At the Paris Air Show in June, Airbus announced 124 firm orders worth $16.3 billion at list price and 297 commitments worth $40.7 billion. Boeing announced 154 firm orders worth $20.2 billion and 177 commitments worth $30 billion.
The actual sales price are often negotiated down to as little as half the list price. However, customers’ deposit payments are based on the list price.
Dan Catchpole: 425-339-3454; dcatchpole@heraldnet.com; Twitter: @dcatchpole.
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