On October 24, 2025, Boeing announced that Landon Loomis would become the president of Boeing China, effective immediately. Loomis replaces Alvin Liu, who had held the position since August 2023. The appointment was made public by the company’s corporate communications team and is the first major leadership change in the China division since the U.S. and China began tightening export controls on aerospace components.
Loomis brings a unique blend of political and commercial experience to the role. He previously served as a senior advisor in the White House, where he focused on U.S. trade policy, and as a trade attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, overseeing aviation and aerospace matters. His fluency in Mandarin and deep understanding of Chinese regulatory and market dynamics position him to navigate the complex environment facing Boeing’s China operations.
The timing of the appointment comes amid heightened U.S.-China tensions over aerospace exports and the recent resumption of deliveries to Chinese airlines. By placing a seasoned diplomat and former government official at the helm of its China business, Boeing signals a proactive approach to maintaining market access and managing regulatory risk. The move is expected to strengthen Boeing’s ability to secure new orders and sustain existing relationships in the world’s largest aviation market.
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