Boeing (BA) CFO says seen defects come down by 40%, via conference; Flat or possibly positive margins this year at BCA

• Sees a few years for new 737 line to reach normal levels
• Says it is on pace complete 737 Max 10flight testing by the middle of the year
• Is building 5 of its 777 family jets per month
• Expects 500 737 deliveries this year
• Will deliver 15 787 Dreamliners in Q1
• Expects 47 jet rate by year end
• Wiring impacted 737 jets to go through some rework
• Expect to deliver about 120 737 Jets In Q1
• Tp raise 787 output to 10/month later this year
• Says supply chain tighter at 737 rates beyond 47/month

Boeing's CFO has reported a significant reduction in defects, down 40%, which could suggest improving operational efficiency and cost control. The guidance of positive or flat margins this year at Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) hints at stabilizing profitability, particularly as they ramp up deliveries across their 737 and 787 models. However, ongoing supply chain challenges and the timeline for new aircraft lines reaching normal production levels remain critical factors to monitor.