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Boeing-Airbus rivalry simmers as Dubai Airshow set for takeoff

Emirates, celebrating its 40th anniversary, is expected to play a pivotal role in the week's activity with around 300 aircraft orders ready for signing

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Dubai Airshow starts on Monday at Al Maktoum Airport

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Jonathan H. Ferziger

November 14, 2025

The rivalry between Boeing and Airbus will play out at next week’s Dubai Airshow as the industry wrestles with delayed jets, geopolitical conflict and an increasingly competitive battle for orders.

Airbus, which trails Boeing in annual orders, is...