- The transaction underscores the commitment to aviation safety and aircraft quality while strengthening commercial production and supply chain stability.
- Core operations are aligned with Commercial Aircraft, aftermarket is aligned with Global Services and defense programs will operate independently.
- Spirit Defense was established to ensure continuity of teammates and uninterrupted support for U.S. defense and space programs.
ARLINGTON, Va., December 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/-Boeing [NYSE: BA] announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems [NYSE: SPR].
“This is a pivotal moment in Boeing’s history and future success as we begin to integrate Spirit AeroSystems’ commercial and aftermarket operations and establish Spirit Defense,” he said. Kelly OrtbergChairman and CEO of The Boeing Company. “As we welcome our new teammates and bring our two companies together, our focus is on maintaining stability so we can continue to deliver high-quality aircraft, differentiated services and advanced defense capabilities to our customers and the industry.”
The Boeing acquisition includes all of Spirit’s Boeing-related commercial operations, including fuselages for the 737 program and mainframes for the 767, 777 and 787 Dreamliner. It also includes commercially purchased airframes for the P-8 and KC-46.
The transaction also adds Boeing’s largest spare parts supplier, expands Boeing’s global maintenance, repair and overhaul services presence and adds to Boeing’s rotation, leasing and exchange portfolio with Spirit’s aftermarket businesses.
Spirit Defense will continue to support its customers as an independent supplier to the defense industry to ensure uninterrupted support to its customers. It will align with Boeing Defense, Space & Security for financial reporting and selected business site and functional support, but will maintain independent governance and operations.
Additionally, portions of Spirit AeroSystems’ operations in Belfast, Northern Irelandhave been acquired by Boeing, and the belfast The site will operate as an independent subsidiary under the name Short Brothers, a Boeing company.
Spirit AeroSystems’ commercial and aftermarket operations in Wichita, Kansas; Dallas, Texas; and Oklahomaas well as Spirit’s Aerospace Innovation Center in Prestwick, Scotlandwill begin to integrate into Boeing. Approximately 15,000 teammates across the five plants are becoming part of Boeing.
“Kansas’ experience in aviation goes far beyond our borders,” he stated Kansas Governor Laura Kelly. “We help build the airplanes the world relies on. Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems underscores the global importance of the work being done in our state and positions. Kansas continue to shape the future of aerospace innovation for decades to come.”
“wichita It wouldn’t be the Air Capital of the World without the extraordinary engineers, designers and manufacturers who have invested in our aerospace industry and made Kansas their home,” said U.S. Senator Jerry Moran. “Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems will help build bridges between seattle and wichita and bring new opportunities to the Air Capital of the World. I welcome Boeing again wichita and we look forward to working with them to build a long-lasting relationship with the community and their workforce, as well as current and future suppliers, to continue to build on the growth we have seen in recent years.”
“Today’s announcement is a great recognition of the world-class talent we have in wichita“said US Senator Marshall. “Our workers and the unions that represent them have held America as the gold standard in aerospace and deserve to be at the center of any future investment. I am grateful that this agreement further solidifies Wichita prestige in the industry.”
“Kansas has a rich aviation history, and our region continues to lead the design, development and manufacturing of world-class aircraft that serve the world,” said U.S. Congressman Ron Estes. “Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems continues to build on the successes of a century of flying in the United States. As flags change at manufacturing facilities in the Southeast wichita“I will continue to be a strong advocate for the skilled workforce and communities that make up the Air Capital of the World.”
About Boeing
Boeing, a leading global aerospace company and the largest U.S. exporter, develops, manufactures and services commercial aircraft, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our workforce and supplier base in the U.S. and around the world drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this release constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Examples of forward-looking statements include statements regarding the anticipated benefits and synergies of the acquisition, Spirit’s future operations and the impact of the acquisition on our business and future financial condition and operating results, as well as any other statements that do not directly relate to any historical or current facts. Forward-looking statements are based on current assumptions about future events that may not prove to be accurate. These statements are not guarantees and are subject to risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict. Many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements. As a result, these statements speak only as of the date they were made and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Specific factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include the effect of global economic conditions, our ability to successfully integrate Spirit’s business and realize anticipated synergies, and other important factors previously disclosed and from time to time in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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