Airbus (NASDAQOTH: EADSY) won a clear victory over its perennial rival, Boeing (NYSE: BA), in the order race at last week’s Farnborough Airshow.
Whether measured by the number of planes ordered, the total value of orders and commitments, or the volume of firm orders alone, Airbus outpaced its American rival. However, Airbus’ order haul was far less impressive than it may appear on the surface.