Key Takeaways
- Boeing forecasts 4,885 new aircraft needed in Southeast Asia.
- Airbus predicts 20,000 new passenger aircraft needed across APAC.
- Embraer aims to build $10 billion business in the APAC regional market.
At the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines’ 69th Assembly of Presidents, leading manufacturers presented ambitious forecasts for the region’s aviation boom. Boeing, Airbus, and Embraer each outlined plans to capitalize on Southeast Asia’s massive potential, but face significant production challenges. The companies are betting on their existing product lines, with Boeing focusing on the 737 MAX family, Airbus emphasizing sustainability, and Embraer targeting regional markets.