Why Etihad Airways thinks it can weather the storm of Boeing delays

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Abu Dhabi's Etihad Airways says it can navigate the turbulence surrounding Boeing's delivery delays, even as it doubles down on a major wide-body order and a multibillion-dollar fleet overhaul.

Speaking on CNBC's "Access Middle East" on Wednesday, Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves said the airline is taking a more "diligent" approach to fleet planning, allowing it to absorb potential setbacks in aircraft delivery schedules.