— but one executive continues to sound the alarm about the company's performance in recent years.
Sir Tim Clark, president of Emirates, criticized the manufacturer's leadership and recent problems with three of its important planes in an interview with published Tuesday. Specifically, Clark criticized Boeing's 737 Max, 787 Dreamliner, and 777X, all of which have been marred by safety concerns, quality control issues, and production delays.
interview:"Clearly there were process and practices, attitudes - DNA if you like - that needed to be resolved from the top down," he said at the time. and installing Dave Calhoun, a board member, as his replacement. But Clark said it wasn't enough:"It is pointless shuffling the deck."Emirates operates hundreds of Boeing 777 aircraft and will be the first airline to take delivery of the upcoming 777X.
If it's one thing Clark is known for, it's complaining publicly about his suppliers. He's not shy taking Airbus and Boeing out to the press woodshed to have an indirect chat about their aircraft. He hasn't faired well with Airbus but he definitely has Boeing's attention.
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