In the aerospace context, Boeing is a major American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide.
The company is also a provider of aftermarket support services. Boeing is one of the largest global aerospace manufacturers, and it is considered a major player in the commercial and military aircraft markets.
Examples of Boeing's notable achievements include:
- 747: The 747 is a wide-body commercial airliner and cargo aircraft, which was first introduced in 1970. The 747 became one of the most recognizable and successful aircraft in the history of commercial aviation, and it is still in operation today.
- 737: The 737 is a narrow-body commercial airliner, which is the best-selling commercial jetliner in the world. The 737 has been in production since 1967 and has undergone several upgrades, the latest being the 737 MAX.
- 787 Dreamliner: The 787 Dreamliner is a long-range, mid-size, wide-body, twin-aisle, twin-engine jet airliner. It is the first airliner with an airframe constructed primarily of composite materials. The 787 is designed for increased fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
- 747-8: The 747-8 is the latest version of the 747, which is an extended-range, high-capacity, wide-body commercial airplane that was first introduced in 2011.