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Focused on the future

Lasers are used every day at Boeing, from helping mechanics align fuselage sections of commercial jetliners to displaying livery patterns on those same jets when they are in the paint shop. But lasers also are revolutionizing warfare, and it’s in the field of directed-energy systems that Boeing and others are rapidly advancing this speed-of-light technology. Boeing is working on a number of directed-energy development and research programs, from a modified 747 known as the Airborne Laser Test Bed that can fire a laser to blast a ballistic missile out of the sky to lasers that can perform a variety of other military missions.

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COMMERCIAL AIRPLANES

Dream line

A Frontiers photo essay: These are heady days on the 787 production line in Everett, Wash., where the 787 team is hard at work on final assembly of jetliners that will usher in a new chapter in aviation history with the first deliveries to customers.

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Defense, Space & Security

Taking flight

Boeing’s F-15E Mission Training Centers program has been scoring impressive business results. Yet this was a program that had problems early on. What turned things around? Building stronger relationships with employees and the customer.

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HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE

The ‘Texan’

From crude sketches on a notepad, North American Aviation’s NA-16 was born, launching one of Boeing’s heritage companies into the military trainer business. The NA-16 flew for the first time 76 years ago this month. Over time, improved versions were developed including the AT-6 Texan, one of the most recognized and famous of all military aviation trainers.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

High points

Being recognized for good work can make a big difference in how employees feel about their jobs at Boeing. Recognition can take many forms, from a simple “great job” email from a co-worker or boss to Pride@Boeing points that can be used at the Boeing Store to a cash award, all through the Boeing Recognition Program. A cross-company team including the Boeing Stores has been working to make recognition more meaningful for employees.

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