Inside the World’s Largest Airplane Factory

Here’s why the aviation marvel that is the Boeing plant belongs on your bucket list.

Meg Godlewski

Monday, February 09, 2026 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Boeing factory in Everett, Washington [Credit: Boeing Future of Flight]

Key Takeaways:

The Boeing factory in Everett, Washington, is the world's largest building by volume and a major aviation tourist destination, attracting over 150,000 visitors annually to witness widebody aircraft manufacturing.
The guided factory tour offers an awe-inspiring, elevated view of the complex assembly lines, showcasing Boeing's lean manufacturing processes and the massive scale of operations involved in building commercial jets.
Visitors begin at the Boeing Future of Flight center, which enforces strict safety rules for the factory tour, and can further explore interactive exhibits on aviation history and future innovations after their factory visit.

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What does the Boeing factory in Everett, Washington, have in common with the Pyramids of Giza and Vatican City? They are all known for their size, and visiting them is on the bucket list of a great many people.

For pilots and aviation enthusiasts, a tour of the Boeing factory, the largest airplane manufacturing plant in the world is a must-do. According to the aerospace giant, over 150,000 people come each year for a tour