Boeing in discussions to acquire Spirit Aerosystems

Both Boeing and Spirit Aerosystems have confirmed they are in preliminary discussions to potentially reintegrate Spirit AeroSystems as part of Boeing again. “We believe that the reintegration of Boeing and Spirit Aerosystems’ manufacturing operations would further strengthen aviation safety, improve quality and serve the interests of our customers, employees, and shareholders,” Boeing said in a statement. Both companies reiterated that there was no assurance that the companies would reach an agreement and were not currently adding further comment to the statements. The Boeing statement added: “We are committed to finding ways to continue to improve the safety and quality of