Boeing to speed up modernisation of defence products

A series of large-scale models, displays and smart panel content of the F/A-18 Super Hornet, CH-47F Chinook, AH-64E Apache, KC-46 tanker, P-8, Integrator and services will be showcased. The company will also showcase its contributions to building India’s aerospace industry and leveraging manufacturing capability, talent, innovation and productivity to deliver a cost-efficient supply chain from India. 

Today, there are more than 160 suppliers out of India providing parts and assemblies covering commodities such as aero structures, wire harness, composites, forgings, avionics mission systems, and ground support equipment for Boeing’s commercial and military aircraft. 

Tata Boeing Aerospace, a joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems, is manufacturing AH-64 Apache fuselages and other aero structures in Hyderabad. Boeing currently employs 1200 people in India, and more than 7000 people work with its supply chain partners.