Read Next : Where Boeing Went Wrong: There's No Conspiracy–The Truth Is Even Sadder Than That Boeing faces challenges following a 737 Max 9 aircraft fuselage failure earlier this year. According to the report, CFO Brian West expressed optimism that stability will improve over time but acknowledged the ongoing challenges. Boeing's commercial aircraft margins are expected to be negative in the first quarter, with a similar outlook for the full year. Production rates for the 737 Max will be lower in the first half, gradually increasing later in the year, pending approval from the FAA.