House passes $1.7 trillion Omnibus bill saving Boeing 737 MAX program
WASHINGTON, D.C., December 23, 2022—The House of Representatives passed the $1.7 trillion Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill today that in addition to funding federal agencies through September 30, 2023, waives an approaching deadline for the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to meet new FAA safety requirements. The House passed the bill with a vote of […]
Boeing reorgs Defense, Space & Security Business Unit
ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] yesterday announced a series of executive leadership changes and reorganizations aimed at accelerating operational discipline, first-time quality and performance while streamlining senior leadership roles and responsibilities. Effective immediately, Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) will consolidate its eight divisions into four, including: These changes build […]
Alaska Airlines orders 52 Boeing 737 MAX jets
SEATTLE, Oct. 28, 2022—Boeing and Alaska Airlines announced the carrier is expanding its 737 MAX fleet with an order for 52 airplanes, exercising options for an additional 42 737-10 and 10 737-9 jets on Wednesday. With the order, the airline is advancing its efforts to build one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in […]
China Airlines finalizes purchase for up to 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
SEATTLE, Wash., September 28, 2022— Today, Boeing and China Airlines announced they have finalized an order for up to twenty-four 787 Dreamliners, as the carrier invests in the fuel-efficient widebody to expand passenger and cargo operations. The deal includes a firm order for 16 of the longest range 787-9 with options for eight additional jets, […]
Boeing announces UPS purchase of eight additional 767s
SEATTLE, Wash., August 29, 2022—Boeing today announced an order from UPS for eight more 767 Freighters. The incremental order will increase UPS’s 767 Freighter fleet to 108 airplanes, enabling the global carrier to further modernize and sustainably grow its fleet. “The additional 767s will help us continue to deliver what matters to UPS customers around […]
Boeing Commits US$2 Million to Support Humanitarian Response in Ukraine
CHICAGO, March 3, 2022 — Boeing today announced a US$2 million emergency assistance package to support humanitarian response efforts in Ukraine. The assistance package will be directed to organizations working to bring food, water, clothing, medicine and shelter to displaced Ukrainians – including those seeking refuge in neighboring countries. In addition, Boeing will match all […]
Boeing suspends operations in Russia, major titanium supplier in crosshairs
EVERETT, Wash. March 2, 2022 – Governor Jay Inslee announced on Monday, February 28, that state entities are to identify and sever ties with Russian institutions. Boeing is certainly not part of the state government — the company also relocated their headquarters to Chicago in 2001 — but the aerospace giant still remains a major […]
Boeing suspends vaccination requirement for U.S. employees
CHICAGO, Ill., December 18, 2021 – In an internal email notification provided to the Lynnwood Times, Boeing announced that it is suspending the vaccination requirement for all U.S.-based employees. Boeing said it made this decision to suspend its vaccination requirement in order to ensure compliance with the federal executive order. “This decision comes after a […]
United Airlines orders 200 more Boeing 737 MAX jets
SEATTLE Wash. June 29, 2021 – Boeing and United Airlines today announced the carrier will expand its 737 order book by purchasing an additional 200 737 MAX jets, including 150 for the largest member of the family, the 737-10, and 50 for the airplane that serves the heart of the single-aisle market, the 737-8. The […]
Boeing to suspend operations of all 777s powered by Pratt & Whitney 4000-112 engines
By Mario Lotmore | Lynnwood Times Staff Chicago, Ill., February 21, 2021 – Today, Boeing announced that it will be suspending the operations of all 777s powered by Pratt & Whitney 4000-112 engines following a right engine failure of United Flight 328 shortly after take-off that resulted in the engine fully engulfed in flames. “Boeing […]
