Market Intelligence: Far East & China

FTD.aero B738 FTD for T’way Air Successfully Installed and Certified in Korea

Seoul, Korea – FTD.aero-built B738 Flight Simulation Training Device has been successfully installed at T’way Air’s training facility in Seoul and certified as a Level 4 FTD by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) — the regulatory authority overseeing civil aviation in Korea.

This achievement marks a significant milestone in FTD.aero’s growth and international expansion, and further demonstrates the quality and regulatory compliance of flight training devices developed and manufactured by FTD.aero in Poland.

As highlighted in earlier project updates, the FTD was customized to meet the airline’s specific training needs, with a strong focus on operational realism, cost efficiency, and planned future upgrades to align with the airline’s fleet development.

Following the certification, pilot training sessions have already commenced, with extremely positive feedback from T’way Air’s flight crews. Instructors and trainees alike have praised the high fidelity, user friendliness, and immersive training environment of the FTD.aero-built device.

FTD.aero will also be exhibiting at Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS) at booth #501, taking place in Singapore between 26th-27th of August.

Source: FTD.aero
Photo Credit: FTD.aero

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Aircraft Manufacturer Positioned for New Orders as Global Trade Talks Advance in 2025

China – Boeing may soon see a significant revival in aircraft orders from China, as the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) begins surveying the country’s airlines regarding future fleet needs and potential procurement of overdue Boeing orders. This development signals a possible thaw in U.S.-China aviation trade relations, offering Boeing a strategic opening amid ongoing bilateral trade talks.

  • On July 28, 2025, CAAC met with Boeing Senior Vice President Brendan Nelson in Beijing to explore deeper aviation cooperation.

  • The CAAC has asked Chinese carriers to update their 2025+ fleet renewal plans, including any discussions with Boeing and intentions to proceed with 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner orders.

  • The inquiry comes as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng prepare for a third round of trade talks in Stockholm, with large aircraft purchases historically serving as trade-balancing gestures.

  • China’s pent-up demand for Boeing jets is significant, especially among Boeing-only fleet operators such as:

    • Shandong Airlines – 131 Boeing 737s (avg. age: 11+ years)

    • Shanghai Airlines – 83 Boeing aircraft including 8 Dreamliners

    • China United Airlines – 59 Boeing 737s

    • 9 Air and Donghai Airlines – 20+ Boeing jets each

  • Boeing’s Zhoushan delivery center near Shanghai has also resumed activity, suggesting readiness for broader re-engagement.

  • Industry analysts believe potential new Boeing orders may be timed with anticipated diplomatic events, such as a proposed Xi–Trump meeting at the 2025 APEC Summit in South Korea.

Source: Chinese Media Reporting

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Japan’s All Nippon Airways Cadet Graduate from Flight Training Portion in Florida’s Acron Aviation Academy in 2025

Sanford, Florida, USA – Acron Aviation Academy, the United States based flight training base of Acron Aviation, has announced the graduation of a group of 8 cadets from All Nippon Airways (ANA), marking the successful completion of their flight training phase.

Back in February 2023 L3Harris Technologies announced its selection by Japan’s largest airline, All Nippon Airways Co. Ltd., to train its next generation of pilots. The agreement builds on a decades-long pilot training and simulator relationship between L3Harris and one of ANA’s subsidiaries, Peach Aviation. That training relationship then expanded as L3Harris provides pilot training for All Nippon Airways and its group airlines. Since then L3Harris Technologies pilot training portfolio rebranded to Acron Aviation.

Source: Acron Aviation Academy

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Boeing Deliveries Increase 61 Percent in Q2’2025 – 737 Output Grows to 38 Per Month

Global – Boeing has reported second quarter (Q2) 2025 results, highlighting a significant increase in commercial aircraft deliveries and production, with revenue reaching $22.7 billion.

  • Boeing delivered 150 commercial aircraft in Q2 2025, up from 93 in Q2 2024, driven primarily by increased output in the 737 and 787 programs.

  • The 737 production rate has reached 38 aircraft per month, with plans to request approval to scale to 42 per month later this year.

  • The 787 program continues at a stable seven aircraft per month production rate.

  • Boeing recorded 455 net commercial orders in Q2, including:

    • 120 Boeing 787s and 30 Boeing 777-9s for Qatar Airways

    • 32 Boeing 787-10s for British Airways

  • Commercial Airplanes division reported $10.9 billion in revenue, with a (5.1%) operating margin, reflecting higher deliveries offset by ongoing cost pressures.

  • Global Services revenue reached $5.3 billion with a 19.9% margin, supported by performance mix and new contracts, including:

    • Sale of its Gatwick MRO facility

    • Delivery of P-8A training systems for the Republic of Korea Navy

  • Boeing’s total company backlog increased to $619 billion, including over 5,900 commercial aircraft valued at $522 billion.

  • Operating cash flow was $0.2 billion, and free cash flow stood at ($0.2) billion.

Statements

  • “Our fundamental changes to strengthen safety and quality are producing improved results as we stabilize our operations and deliver higher quality airplanes, products and services to our customers,” said Kelly Ortberg, Boeing President and CEO. “As we look to the second half of the year, we remain focused on restoring trust and making continued progress in our recovery while operating in a dynamic global environment.”

Source: Boeing

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