Exclusive-Boeing supplier dispute has halted 777 freighter production for two months, sources say

Boeing's dispute with Florida-based supplier Vaero has halted production of its 777 freighter for nearly two months, disrupting output of the 767 as well, according to sources. The dispute centers around the critical trailing-edge rib kit, an indispensable part that Vaero is the sole supplier of. Despite reaching a settlement in late September, production of the 777 freighter has yet to resume, costing Boeing up to $6.5 million a day.

The disruption highlights the fragility of aerospace supply chains, as a single supplier dispute can halt production of aircraft in high demand. Boeing is attempting to bring production of the component in-house, but the impact on delivery schedules remains uncertain.

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