Boeing to Cut 5% of Commercial Division Workforce

Boeing confirmed on Monday that it will cut approximately 5% of the workforce in its commercial airplanes division. The reduction will take place through layoffs and natural attrition over the coming weeks.

Stephanie Pope, head of the commercial division, stated that the move is necessary due to the slowdown in aircraft manufacturing. The primary goal is to provide additional time for factories and supply chain partners to achieve greater operational stability.

The company reported that the adjustment in production schedules created an excess of personnel at its facilities. It will begin notifying affected employees starting in December of this year.

Boeing executives had already revised delivery targets for 2026 and delayed the production ramp-up of the 737 Max model until the second half of 2027. CEO Kelly Ortberg noted that full operational stability is expected to take all of next year to consolidate.

Increasing 737 Max production is considered a pillar for the company's financial recovery after years of losses. The firm faces ongoing challenges in ensuring predictability for the manufacturing of critical components such as wings and fuselages.