Following the airshow, however, Boeing also released its 20-year forecast that showed a demand for some 790,000 pilots, which the company says will not be possible to meet.

Boeing customers announced 673 orders and commitments in total, reflecting a continued resurgence in demand for freighters and strong order activity for the 737 MAX and 787 passenger aircraft. Boeing secured 48 orders and commitments for the 777F, five for the 747-8F, reflecting continued strengthening in the cargo market globally. . .