"Delivering fuselages and other key structural components for more than 10,000 Boeing 737 aircraft over the past five decades is a monumental accomplishment," said Tom Gentile, Spirit AeroSystems president and chief executive officer (pictured). "This milestone showcases our ability to deliver a world-class, high quality product our customer and millions of aviation travellers can depend on. We are proud of our relationship with Boeing, and we look forward to continuing our relentless focus on meeting the demands of the industry and helping connect the world through air travel."
Spirit has design and build responsibility for approximately 70% of the 737 structure, including the entire fuselage, along with propulsion and wing work packages.
"It takes teamwork, dedication and commitment across generations of aviation employees to reach such an impressive milestone," said Duane Hawkins, Spirit AeroSystems senior vice-president and general manager of Boeing programmes. "The pride our employees take in their work is inspiring, and their commitment to delivering for our customer remains unmatched. Every day we strive to continually improve and build on our legacy, pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a trusted partner in the aerospace industry."
