The Boeing Company

What The Boeing Company does

The Boeing Company is a global aerospace and defense manufacturer founded in 1916 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, operating through three core business segments: Commercial Airplanes, Defense, Space & Security, and Boeing Global Services. The Commercial Airplanes segment produces the 737 MAX family (single-aisle), 787 Dreamliner and 777/777X (widebody), and freighters serving over 90% of the global freighter market. The Defense, Space & Security segment delivers fighter aircraft (F-15EX), military rotorcraft (Apache, Chinook), tankers and transports (KC-46 Pegasus, C-17), patrol and early warning aircraft (P-8A Poseidon, E-7 Wedgetail), autonomous systems (MQ-25A Stingray, MQ-28 Ghost Bat), satellites, and space systems including the CST-100 Starliner, X-37B spaceplane, and Space Launch System.

Boeing generates revenue primarily through negotiated hardware sales to commercial airlines worldwide and to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied governments through Foreign Military Sales, with Boeing Global Services providing aftermarket support including maintenance, spare parts distribution, training solutions, and the Virtual Airplane digital training platform. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and varies by aircraft model, configuration, and quantity. The company maintains operations in more than 65 countries and serves customers in more than 150, with a current installed base of 14,000+ commercial aircraft globally. Record backlog of $695 billion as of Q1 2026 provides multi-year revenue visibility, with the defense segment generating 36% of revenues and approximately three-quarters of defense revenue coming from U.S. government clients.

Boeing completed the $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems in December 2025, verticalizing aerostructure manufacturing to address prior supply chain dependencies. The company returned to profitability in FY2025 with $1.9 billion net income on $89.5 billion revenue after six years of annual losses, and received FAA approval to ramp 737 MAX production to 47 aircraft per month in May 2026. Distribution is exclusively through direct enterprise sales forces organized by segment, with no retail or third-party channel involvement.

Name

The Boeing Company

Legal name

The Boeing Company

Website

https://boeing.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1916

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Boeing is a global aerospace and defense manufacturer producing commercial jetliners (737 MAX, 787, 777X), defense platforms (F-15, Apache, MQ-25), space systems, and aftermarket services for airlines, the U.S. government, and allied nations across more than 150 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial and Defense Aerospace Manufacturing

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Aircraft (3721), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Aircraft Manufacturing (Fixed-Wing) (IMABAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Military Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing (IMABAAAB), Special-Mission Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing (ISR, AEW&C, Patrol) (IMABAAAH), Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls (IMABAMAE)

Keywords

• Commercial aircraft manufacturing
• Defense aerospace systems
• Military rotorcraft
• Space launch systems
• Aviation aftermarket services

Headquarters

HQ city

Arlington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Commercial Aircraft Sales: Boeing designs, manufactures and sells commercial jetliners including 737 MAX, 787 Dreamliner, 777X, and freighter aircraft. Revenue is generated through aircraft sales to commercial airlines worldwide. Boeing completed acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems in December 2025 to verticalize aerostructure manufacturing.
2. Defense Products: Boeing's Defense, Space & Security segment generates revenue from military aircraft (F-15, F/A-18, Apache, Chinook), patrol and early warning systems (P-8A Poseidon, E-7 Wedgetail), tankers and transports (KC-46 Pegasus), autonomous systems (MQ-25A Stingray, MQ-28 Ghost Bat), weapon systems, satellites, and space systems (CST-100 Starliner, X-37B, Space Launch System). Defense segment generated 36% of revenues with three-quarters from U.S. government clients.
3. Global Services: Boeing Global Services provides aftermarket support including maintenance, engineering, parts distribution, training solutions, and flight operations support for commercial and defense customers. Revenue generated through spare parts sales, maintenance services, and training contracts.
4. Satellite Systems and Space Services: Boeing builds satellites and provides space launch services. Awarded $2 billion contract for Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) service life extension Phase II satellites with work in El Segundo, California through 2035.
5. Aftermarket and Support Services: Boeing provides sustainment support for military platforms including Apache helicopters, M777 howitzers (through partnerships), P-8A aircraft, and commercial aircraft. Support packages include spare parts, repair, training, and technical assistance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Boeing designs, manufactures and sells commercial jetliners (737 MAX family, 787 Dreamliner, 777, 777X, freighters and Boeing Business Jets), military aircraft and defense systems (F-15EX, AH-64 Apache, CH-47 Chinook, KC-46 Pegasus, P-8A Poseidon, E-7 Wedgetail, C-17 Globemaster III, MQ-25A Stingray, MQ-28 Ghost Bat), and space systems (CST-100 Starliner, X-37B, Space Launch System, satellites). Through Boeing Global Services, the company delivers aftermarket maintenance, spare parts, training, engineering, and flight operations support to commercial and government customers worldwide.

Product overview

Boeing is a leading global aerospace company operating through three primary business segments: Commercial Airplanes, Defense Space & Security, and Boeing Global Services. The Commercial Airplanes segment offers a complete family of aircraft including the 737 MAX single-aisle family, 787 Dreamliner and 777 widebody aircraft, the new 777X featuring next-generation technology, and industry-leading freighters serving over 90% of the global freighter market. The Defense, Space & Security segment provides comprehensive military capabilities including autonomous systems (MQ-28 Ghost Bat, MQ-25A Stingray), fighter and bomber aircraft (F-15EX), military rotorcraft (Apache, Chinook), tankers and transports (KC-46 Pegasus, C-17), patrol and early warning aircraft (P-8A Poseidon, E-7 Wedgetail), satellites, space systems (CST-100 Starliner, X-37B, Space Launch System), and weapon systems. Boeing Global Services delivers commercial and government aviation support including flight operations, maintenance, parts, training solutions, and the Virtual Airplane digital training platform. Boeing also holds a stake in United Launch Alliance for space launch services and operates Phantom Works for advanced R&D.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Boeing Business Jets: VIP travel with personalized space, superior range, and cutting-edge technology
• Boeing Phantom Works
• United Launch Alliance (ULA)

Products and services

• 737 MAX Family Fuel-efficient single-aisle commercial aircraft family delivering performance, reliability, and comfort to the commercial aviation market. Includes variants 737-7, 737-8, 737-9, and 737-10.
• 787 Dreamliner Bestselling passenger widebody aircraft offering exceptional fuel efficiency, range flexibility, and passenger comfort for long-haul routes.
• 777 Family Widebody commercial aircraft with thirty years of innovation and proven long-range success, providing capacity and efficiency for global airline operations.
• 777X Next-generation widebody aircraft featuring advanced composite wings, new engine technology, and improved efficiency for the intercontinental market.
• Freighters Industry-leading freighter aircraft serving over 90% of the global freighter market, including converted and new-build freighter variants.
• Boeing Business Jets VIP travel solutions offering personalized space, superior range, and cutting-edge technology for private and corporate aviation customers.
• MQ-28 Ghost Bat Uncrewed combat aircraft featuring internal weapons carriage, extended range, and increased payload capacity for autonomous military operations.
• KC-46 Pegasus Multirole tanker aircraft providing air refueling capabilities and strategic airlift support for military operations worldwide.
• X-37B Returnable spaceplane for long-duration orbital experiments and operations, providing reusable space access capabilities.
• MQ-25A Stingray Autonomous unmanned aerial tanker drone providing carrier-based aerial refueling capabilities, freeing F/A-18 Super Hornets for strike and combat roles.
• CST-100 Starliner Reusable capsule designed for transporting humans and cargo to space, including missions to the International Space Station.
• P-8A Poseidon Maritime patrol aircraft based on the 737 commercial platform, providing anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence capabilities.
• E-7 Wedgetail Airborne early warning and control aircraft providing radar detection and battle management capabilities for air and sea surveillance.
• F-15EX Eagle II Advanced twin-engine fighter aircraft providing speed, payload capacity, and survivability for air superiority and strike missions.
• CH-47 Chinook Heavy-lift helicopter providing vertical delivery of troops, equipment, and supplies for military operations worldwide.
• AH-64 Apache Advanced attack helicopter providing lethality, survivability, and situational awareness for modern warfare.
• C-17 Globemaster III Strategic airlift aircraft providing rapid delivery of troops and cargo for global military and humanitarian operations.
• Satellites Resilient satellites and services powering global missions for communications, surveillance, and space exploration.
• Space Launch System (SLS) Proven deep-space heavy-lift rocket providing capabilities for NASA's Artemis missions to the Moon and beyond.
• Boeing Global Services Comprehensive aviation services including flight operations, maintenance and engineering, parts and distribution, testing services, and training solutions supporting commercial and government customers.
• Virtual Airplane Training Platform Modular, device-agnostic training solution enabling pilots to practice high-fidelity procedures on computers and tablets, currently available for Boeing 737 MAX training with expansion to additional Boeing models planned.

Quantifiable outcome

• Boeing returned to profitability in FY 2025 with $1.9 billion net income on $89.5 billion revenue after six years of annual losses
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rheinmetall AGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 June 2026Boeing partnered with Rheinmetall AG for local systems integration of MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed combat aircraft for German military orders. Boeing unveiled upgrades to MQ-28 including internal weapons carriage, extended range, and increased payload capacity at ILA Berlin air show.
• Diehl Defence Land Systems GmbHminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 June 2026Boeing announced Diehl Defence Land Systems GmbH as an additional German partner for MQ-28 Ghost Bat program integration.
• Rohde & Schwarz GmbH and Co. KGminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 June 2026Boeing partnered with Rohde & Schwarz GmbH and Co. KG as additional German partner for MQ-28 Ghost Bat program integration.
• China (aftermarket support)coreTechnology or Integration · 7 June 2026Boeing announced through Global Services Chief Executive Chris Raymond that the company is prepared to supply aftermarket components to China in support of its recent order for 200 jets. The announcement demonstrates Boeing's commitment to maintaining operational capabilities in the global market and strengthening its relationship with Chinese airlines despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
• AndurilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 June 2026Anduril is the principal contractor for Kuwait's $1.98 billion counter-unmanned aerial systems package including Roadrunner-Munition and Anvil-Kinetic platforms. Boeing supplies infrared countermeasures systems to UK separately.
• Lockheed MartincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 May 2026Boeing and Lockheed Martin both serve as principal contractors for Apache AH-64E helicopter sustainment support services to India ($198.2 million). Lockheed Martin is Boeing's partner on various government contracts and Boeing participates as teammate on programs where Lockheed Martin is prime.
• U.S. Navy / Rolls-RoycecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026Boeing and the U.S. Navy successfully completed first operational test flight of MQ-25A Stingray autonomous unmanned aircraft. The test confirmed Rolls-Royce AE 3007N engine performance and integration with mission control system. Boeing is developing the MQ-25A under $805M Engineering Development Model contract.
• Government of IsraelcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026Israel's Defence Ministry approved procurement of second squadron of F-15IA aircraft from Boeing through a senior ministerial defence committee. Boeing's F-15IA will complement Lockheed Martin's F-35I jets in Israeli fleet expansion. Deliveries will start in 2031, expanding Israel's F-15IA fleet to 50 aircraft.
• Spirit AeroSystems HoldingscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Boeing completed its acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems in December 2025, verticalizing aerostructure manufacturing. Spirit AeroSystems is a key supplier of aerostructure components including fuselage sections, wing components, and nacelles for Boeing commercial and defense programs. The FTC finalized a consent order requiring Boeing to divest selected Spirit operations while maintaining support services for rival aerospace manufacturers including Airbus.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems: BAE Systems is a global defense prime (UK-headquartered) competing on fighter platforms, electronic systems, and military vehicles. Overlaps with Boeing Defense, Space & Security on UK and allied procurement programs.
• Lockheed Martin: Lockheed Martin is the largest US defense prime, competing with Boeing on fighter aircraft (F-35 vs F-15EX), missile defense, and space systems. Partners with Boeing on Apache sustainment and ULA, but competes for the same government contracts and is co-owner of ULA.
• Northrop Grumman: Northrop Grumman is a major US defense and aerospace prime competing with Boeing Defense, Space & Security on bombers (B-21), autonomous systems, satellites, and space launch. Significant overlap in defense and space product lines.
• RTX (Raytheon Technologies): RTX (Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon) supplies major subsystems and engines to Boeing (737 MAX engines via CFM/Pratt partnerships) and competes on avionics, missile systems, and military aircraft sustainment. A broad incumbent in the same aerospace ecosystem.
• General Electric Aerospace: GE Aerospace manufactures commercial and military jet engines (CFM partnership, GE9X for 777X), supplying Boeing while competing for service revenue on the installed base. Operates as a critical supplier but with overlapping aerospace customer relationships.
• Textron: Textron (Bell, Cessna, Textron Aviation, Textron Systems) competes with Boeing in military rotorcraft (Bell V-280 Valor vs Boeing Chinook/Apache sustainment) and general aviation (Cessna vs Boeing Business Jets), with overlapping defense customers.

Others

• Safran: Safran is a French aerospace propulsion and equipment supplier (LEAP engine via CFM, aircraft interiors, defense electronics) that supplies Boeing while serving as a core supplier to Airbus. Adjacent ecosystem participant with material revenue tied to Boeing's commercial delivery rate.

Direct peers

• Airbus: Airbus is Boeing's primary direct competitor in commercial aircraft manufacturing (A220, A320neo, A330, A350, A380), head-to-head on every major airline order globally, with a parallel defense and helicopter business. Most comparable peer on commercial aviation.
• Embraer: Embraer is the world's third-largest commercial aircraft manufacturer, competing in the regional jet and defense segments (E175, C-390 Millennium, A-29 Super Tucano). Directly comparable in narrowbody and military transport categories.
• Bombardier: Bombardier competes in the business jet segment (Global, Challenger series) with Boeing Business Jets. Both serve the high-end corporate aviation market with large-cabin long-range aircraft.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors10 records

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M&A38 records

Investments47 records

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