The Boeing Company recorded first quarter revenue of $19.5 billion, GAAP loss per share of ($0.16) and core loss per share (non-GAAP) of ($0.49). The company reported operating cash flow of ($1.6) billion and free cash flow of ($2.3) billion (non-GAAP). Results primarily reflect improved operational performance and commercial delivery volume. Results also reflect only tariffs enacted as of March 31.

Operating cash flow was ($1.6) billion in the quarter reflecting higher commercial deliveries, as well as working capital timing.

Cash and investments in marketable securities totaled $23.7 billion, compared to $26.3 billion at the beginning of the quarter, primarily driven by the free cash flow usage in the quarter. Debt was $53.6 billion, down from $53.9 billion at the beginning of the quarter due to the pay down of maturing debt. The company maintains access to credit facilities of $10.0 billion, which remain undrawn.

Total company backlog at quarter end was $545 billion.

Segment Results

Commercial Airplanes

Commercial Airplanes first quarter revenue of $8.1 billion and operating margin of (6.6) percent primarily reflect higher deliveries.

The 737 program gradually increased production in the quarter and maintains plans to reach 38 per month this year. The 787 program continued to stabilize production at five per month in the quarter and still expects to increase to seven per month this year. The 777X program began expanded FAA certification flight testing in the quarter, and the company still anticipates first delivery of the 777/9 in 2026.

Commercial Airplanes booked 221 net orders in the quarter, including 20 B-777/9 and 20 B-787/10 airplanes for Korean Air and 50 737-8 airplanes for BOC Aviation. Commercial Airplanes delivered 130 airplanes during the quarter and backlog included over 5,600 airplanes valued at $460 billion.

Defense, Space & Security

Defense, Space & Security first quarter revenue was $6.3 billion. First quarter operating margin of 2.5 percent reflects stabilizing operational performance. 

During the quarter, Defense, Space & Security was selected by the US Air Force for a contract to design, build and deliver the F-47, its next-generation fighter aircraft. This order is not included in backlog at the end of the quarter pending completion of the source selection and evaluation review process. Backlog at Defense, Space & Security was $62 billion, of which 29 percent represents orders from customers outside the US.

Global Services

Global Services first quarter revenue was $5.1 billion. First quarter operating margin of 18.6 percent reflects favorable performance and mix. 

In the quarter, Global Services delivered the 100th 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighter to SF Airlines and received a modification contract from the US Air Force to integrate electronic warfare systems for the F-15 Eagle. In April, the company entered an agreement to sell portions of its Digital Aviation Solutions business, and the transaction is expected to close by the end of 2025 subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.