# The Middle East war has so far boosted Boeing's defense business, the company's CEO says.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-18 · NDTV.com*

## Key points

- Boeing's defense business has increased due to the Middle East war.
- Boeing signed a deal to triple production of PAC-3 seekers for the US military.
- Jet fuel price hikes have not yet affected Boeing's airplane delivery schedule.
- Iran's reopening of the Strait of Hormuz caused a sharp pullback in oil prices.

**Companies:** Boeing
**Countries:** United States, Iran

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