Why Airlines Can’t Get Enough Widebody Jets

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In this video, we take a look at why the world appears to be running short on widebody aircraft, what's causing the shortage, how Boeing's 777X delays have made the situation even worse, and why airlines may have to wait years before the market finally catches up with demand.
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