Trade War Could Derail Boeing-China Megadeal

The transcript discusses Boeing's potential sales of widebody planes to China, highlighting the competitive edge of Boeing's 787 over Airbus's A350. Despite political tensions and safety concerns with the 737 Max, Chinese airlines are expected to continue purchasing Boeing aircraft due to their expansion needs. The discussion also touches on possible negotiations involving the 737 Max and clarifies that while the Chinese government must approve such deals, the US government typically does not intervene.

What is one reason why Chinese airlines are likely to continue purchasing Boeing planes?

• Boeing offers the cheapest planes.

• Boeing planes are the only ones available.

• Airbus planes are banned in China.

• Boeing has a stronger widebody product line.

What is a long-term goal for China in the aviation industry?

• To ban all foreign aircraft.

• To become the largest importer of Boeing planes.

• To exclusively use Airbus planes.

• To develop its own domestic aviation industry.

Why might the 737 Max be included in current negotiations between Boeing and Chinese airlines?

• To introduce a new model to the market.

• To compensate for the grounding of the 737 Max.

• Because it is the only model available.

• To replace all existing aircraft in China.

Which government must approve the sale of Boeing planes to Chinese airlines?

• The United Nations

• The Chinese government

• The European Union

• The US government

What is a potential political concern that could affect Boeing's sales to China?

• US government approval

• Chinese government disapproval

• Airbus lobbying

• International trade sanctions