US Army orders two MH-47G Chinooks for special-ops deployment in $115M deal
The United States (US) Army has ordered two extra Boeing MH-47G Block II Chinooks from Boeing for special-ops…
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Boeing is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide. The company also provides leasing and product support services. Boeing is among the largest global aerospace manufacturers; it is the U.S.’s largest exporter by dollar value, and one of the largest employers in the United States.
Key Facts
- Type: Publicly traded company
- Industry: Aerospace, Defense
- Founded: July 15, 1916; 107 years ago in Seattle, Washington, USA
- Founders: William E. Boeing, George Conrad Westervelt
- Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois, USA (since 2001)
- Key People: Dave Calhoun (President and CEO), Brendan Nelson AO (Senior Vice President)
- Products: Commercial airplanes, military aircraft, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, missiles, telecommunications equipment
- Services: Aircraft leasing, maintenance, training, data analytics
Revenue: US$77.79 billion (2023) - Number of employees: 170,688 (2023)
- Website: https://www.boeing.com
Former Rockwell Collins chief Kelly Ortberg succeeds Dave Calhoun as Boeing CEO
Boeing announced that its Board of Directors has elected Robert K. “Kelly” Ortberg as the company’s new President…
US Senator demands FAA analyses potential deficiencies in oversight of Boeing
United States (US) Senator Maria Cantwell has written to the head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to…
NASA says no date set for Boeing’s Starliner crew to return home from ISS
NASA has confirmed that no return date has been set for astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams to…
Riyadh Air to work with Boeing on advanced digital solutions for 787 Dreamliners
Riyadh Air will collaborate with Boeing on advanced digital solutions for its fleet of 787 Dreamliners currently on…
Boeing enters agreement with Ryanair to provide digital flight ops solution
Boeing and Ryanair have entered a multi-year agreement for the plane manufacturer to provide a digital flight operations…
Boeing forecasts need for 2.4 million new aviation personnel by 2043
Boeing released a new forecast predicting the demand for 2.4 million new aviation professionals over the next two…
Boeing receives order for 20 737 MAX jets from lessor Macquarie AirFinance
Macquarie AirFinance has placed its first direct order with Boeing, purchasing 20 737-8 aircraft. The order, announced on…
Lufthansa Technik, Boeing sign agreement for 787 Dreamliner cabin modifications
Boeing has selected Lufthansa Technik to modify the cabin interior of the B787 Dreamliner. The American aircraft manufacturer…
National Airlines places first order for four Boeing 777 Freighters
US cargo and passenger charter carrier National Airlines has committed to placing an initial order for four Boeing…
Boeing and Japan Airlines announce deal for up to 20 additional 787 Dreamliners
Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) have announced a new agreement for up to 20 more 787 Dreamliners. This…
Boeing and Korean Air announce order of up to 50 widebody aircraft
Boeing and Korean Air unveiled the airline’s plan to purchase up to 50 of Boeing’s widebody aircraft. The…
Boeing’s Air Force One project hit by supply chain, workforce challenges
Boeing is currently grappling with supply chain, inflation, and workforce challenges while building two Air Force One aircraft,…
NTSB sets out more details on Boeing 737 MAX 9 plug door blowout hearing
A National Transport Safety board (NTSB) hearing will commence on August 6 and 7, 2024, to gather evidence…
Boeing lands order for 16 737-8s and 19 737-10s as lessor expands commitment
Boeing is finally enjoying some positive news after aircraft lessor Aviation Capital Group (ACG) expanded its order for…
Emirates SkyCargo places $1 billion order for extra five Boeing 777 Freighters
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo segment of the Dubai flag carrier, has placed a $1 billion order for an…
Boeing starts 777-9 certification flight trials with the FAA
Boeing has started 777-9 certification flight trials with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The first of such tests…