The decrepit and dangerous airlines Trump could turn into money-makers

Donald Trump’s proposed deal aimed at ending the war with Iran could open lucrative sales opportunities for Boeing as the Iranian regime seeks to refresh a troubled commercial fleet. The agreement, described as “humanitarian,” involves Washington waiving some oil sanctions and releasing initial tranches of frozen Iranian assets while talks continue, including purchases of food from U.S. farmers. Iranian hopes include acquiring new aircraft amid decades marked by numerous fatal crashes. Seyed Hossein Mousavian, a former top Iranian diplomat involved in negotiations, suggested Wednesday an expanded arrangement worth about $24 billion (£18.3 billion) for 100 Boeing passenger aircraft plus agricultural and pharmaceutical goods. Former U.S. official Ken Katzman said he expects a deal, citing Trump’s openness to sanctions relief and past Boeing-linked trade negotiations. The article also references Boeing orders after Trump’s broader deal-making strategy, including UK plans for a $10 billion order and South Korea’s Korean Air deal valued at $36.2 billion for 103 planes.