Boeing Acquires Spirit AeroSystems

Boeing acquires Spirit AeroSystems, one of its key suppliers, in an all-stock transaction valued at $4.7 billion to improve oversight and control of manufacturing operations. The deal marks a shift from Boeing's outsourcing strategy and aims to address quality control issues highlighted by recent incidents.

Boeing in Talks to Buy Spirit AeroSystems

Boeing is in talks to buy Spirit AeroSystems, a key supplier that builds the fuselage for the 737 at a factory in Wichita, Kansas. The potential acquisition has implications for the aviation industry and the community of Wichita.

Boeing 737 Manufacturing Quality

Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems are working to improve manufacturing quality after a door plug incident on an Alaska Airlines jet. There has been a history of pressure to keep costs low and production rates high, leading to quality issues. Spirit has made improvements in quality but faces challenges due to layoffs and slower production.

Death of Joshua Dean, Boeing Supplier Whistleblower

Joshua Dean, a former quality auditor at a Boeing supplier, passed away after raising concerns about defects in 737 Max jets. He was one of the first to flag dangerous defects at Spirit AeroSystems. Federal investigators are now looking into Spirit and Boeing regarding a door panel incident. Dean's death follows another Boeing-related whistleblower's death. He was described as courageous and dedicated to raising safety concerns.

Investigation into Spirit AeroSystems by Texas Attorney General

Texas Attorney General investigates Spirit AeroSystems for defects in manufacturing process that led to recent mishaps involving Boeing 737 planes.

Quality Control Problems at Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems

FAA audit finds quality control problems at Boeing and its supplier Spirit AeroSystems, including missing bolts that caused a door plug to blow out in midair. Boeing given 90 days to address issues. Talks of Boeing acquiring Spirit AeroSystems are in progress.