Boeing Puts Focus On Stability Before Raising Jet Output Again

Boeing Co. said it will ensure its factories are ready to absorb a higher rate of aircraft output before lifting the tempo again next year, underscoring the planemaker’s cautious approach after years of production setbacks.

The company recently won approval from US regulators to increase the monthly rate of its 737 model to 42 units a month from 38. Boeing’s focus will now be on “stabilizing” the rate before moving higher still, said Stephanie Pope, the executive in charge of the planemaker’s commercial operations.