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Old 13th May 2019, 14:45
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Originally Posted by Smythe
really, is that necessary? At least, when there are no orders, Airbus does the smart thing and cancels production. Cant say the same for Boeing. (one a month keeps a line open? until 2021?)
Boeing is making money on each 747 produced, and will still be profitable even at one a month.

Airbus is losing money on each A380 produced (since last year), and will keep losing money until the line is shut down.

So who's smarter now, Boeing or Airbus?
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