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The Airbus-Boeing Rivalry: A Shift in Power
The fierce rivalry between Airbus and Boeing has defined the landscape of the commercial aviation industry for decades. As the largest commercial airplane manufacturers in the world, these two companies have entrenched themselves in the global market, with a staggering 76% of the world's fleet being comprised of their aircraft. In recent years, however, Airbus has emerged as the dominant player, pulling away from Boeing in ways that speak to both strategic positioning and a series of unfortunate events for its American competitor.