American Airlines faces challenges due to Boeing's production delays, specifically with its 787 Dreamliner deliveries.
This setback has prompted American Airlines to adjust its international flight schedules, affecting routes to Europe and other destinations.
American Airlines Flights Adjusted Amid Boeing Delays
In a filing Thursday, American Airlines revealed that it expects to receive only three Dreamliners this year, down from the initially planned six.
This reduction is due to parts shortages at Boeing, which are hindering the aircraft manufacturer from scaling up its production of wide-body planes.
Due to these delays, American Airlines is strategically adjusting its flight operations.
Starting from the second half of this year and extending into early 2025, the airline will be suspending and modifying several long-haul routes, CNBC reported.
Flights from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport to Athens and Barcelona will be suspended on Sept. 3.
Meanwhile, Routes from Dallas/Fort Worth International to Dublin, Rome, and Chicago O'Hare to Paris will also be suspended, with plans to resume some of these routes next year.
Boeing's Delivery Delays
Boeing's ongoing delivery delays have rippled the aviation industry, impacting major American and Southwest Airlines.
CEO Robert Isom expressed dissatisfaction with the first-quarter performance but confidence in meeting full-year goals.
Isom also made it clear he was frustrated with Boeing.
"I've talked to everyone at Boeing that I can possibly address, and the message is the same: Get your act together," he said on Thursday's earnings call, as reported by Fortune.
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