Boeing, Airbus Halt Support Services and Spare Parts Supply to Russian Airlines

Jonathan Welsh

Wednesday, March 02, 2022 at 03:24 PM ET

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Boeing Co. on Wednesday said it had suspended major operations in Moscow. [Adobe Stock]

Key Takeaways:

Boeing has suspended major operations in Moscow, closed its Kyiv office, and ceased parts, maintenance, and technical support services for Russian airlines due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Rival manufacturer Airbus has also cut support services and stopped supplying spare parts to Russian customers in compliance with European Union sanctions.
These combined actions by leading aircraft manufacturers, alongside increasing airspace restrictions, are expected to severely limit Russia's transport system.

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Boeing Co. (NYSE: BA) said Wednesday that it has suspended major operations in Moscow and curtailed certain other activities in response to Russia’s invasion and continued advances in Ukraine.

In a statement, the company said, “We have suspended major operations in Moscow and temporarily closed our office in Kyiv. We are also suspending parts, maintenance, and technical support services for Russian airlines. As the conflict continues, our teams are focused on ensuring the safety of our teammates in the region.”