Airlines in the Persian Gulf are exploring opportunities to secure earlier aircraft delivery positions involving Boeing and Airbus models, according to people familiar with the matter. The interest comes as Air India Ltd. reviews its order and considers deferring some deliveries. One outlet reports that Etihad Airways is close to securing roughly half a dozen near-term Boeing 787 Dreamliner delivery slots that are currently held by Air India. The reporting indicates that these aircraft slots could become available if Air India proceeds with potential order timing changes. Other Gulf carriers are also mentioned as looking at Boeing and Airbus jets for earlier delivery windows, reflecting efforts to manage fleet planning and demand expectations. The information cited does not specify how many orders are definitively affected by Air India’s discussions or what final decisions, if any, will be made regarding delays. Negotiations are described as ongoing, with the timing and scope of any aircraft reallocation dependent on Air India’s outcome on its contemplated deferments.