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Boeing Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Boeing's factory in Everett, Washington. Courtesy Boeing
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Key Takeaways:

  • The Boeing Company celebrated its 100th anniversary on July 15, 1916, establishing itself as one of the most influential aircraft manufacturers globally, adept at weathering market cycles.
  • Boeing has pioneered numerous iconic commercial aircraft designs, such as the 707, 737, 747, 777, and 787, which have significantly impacted global travel.
  • The company has also been a highly successful manufacturer of military and space aircraft, producing a diverse range of planes and expanding its footprint through strategic acquisitions like McDonnell Douglas.
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Friday marks the 100th anniversary of the date when of one of the most influential aircraft manufacturers in the history of the world — The Boeing Company — was born. Since July 15, 1916, the Seattle-based aircraft giant has had its ups and downs, but managed to weather the storms of the notoriously cyclic aviation market. Do you know where the company’s name came from? Check out this video to learn more about the history of the name and the logo of the iconic company.

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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