Boeing will open its fourth 737 MAX assembly line on July 6. The new facility is located in Everett, Washington. CEO Kelly Ortberg confirmed the start date for the project.
This expansion marks the first time Boeing will produce narrowbody jets at its traditional widebody site. The new line mirrors existing Renton facilities to prioritize quality and safety. Boeing intends for the expansion to stabilize production and challenge Airbus’s market dominance.
The facility addresses a substantial order backlog and past production bottlenecks. Market analysts view the 737 MAX delivery rate as a barometer for aviation industry health.