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Ryanair May Cancel Boeing Orders Amid Tariff Fears

5/2/2025

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Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has raised alarms about potentially canceling Boeing orders if U.S. tariffs drive costs up. With 29 of 210 Boeing 737 MAX planes still pending, the airline is eyeing alternatives like China's COMAC, especially if prices drop significantly. Meanwhile, U.S. lawmakers are voicing national security concerns over the prospect of purchasing Chinese aircraft.

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Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has raised alarms about potentially canceling Boeing orders if U.S. tariffs drive costs up. With 29 of 210 Boeing 737 MAX planes still pending, the airline is eyeing alternatives like China's COMAC, especially if prices drop significantly. Meanwhile, U.S. lawmakers are voicing national security concerns over the prospect of purchasing Chinese aircraft.