CCTV reporters learned that on October 11th local time, Boeing announced plans to cut 17000 jobs worldwide, with the layoff scale reaching 10% of current employees.
Boeing stated that the strike of its mechanics has exacerbated the company's difficulties and will result in greater losses to its business.
Boeing also stated that it will postpone the production of the new model 777X until 2026, instead of the originally scheduled 2025. Meanwhile, Boeing will cease production of 767 cargo aircraft in 2027 after completing existing orders.