Why Airbus Just Quietly Shelved Its Next All-New Aircraft Until At Least 2031

For decades, Airbus and Boeing have shaped commercial aviation through successive aircraft. From the Airbus A300 in the 1970s and the Airbus A380 to the Boeing 777 family, both manufacturers have redefined airline fleets worldwide. Now, they are looking beyond their current production lines. Boeing has hinted that it is studying a successor to the 737 MAX, and Airbus has signaled that it is working towards an eventual replacement for the A320 family.