Description: Boeing Airplane Company $1000 bond certificate 5% sinking fund debentureDated 1958 Issued and cancelledA great airplane, aviation, aircraft collectableBeautiful certificate printed by American Bank Note Company The Boeing Airplane Company, now a major player in the global aerospace industry, has a rich and complex history dating back to the early 20th century. Here is a detailed look at its evolution:Founding and Early Years1916: The Boeing Airplane Company was founded by William Edward Boeing, a timber merchant who became interested in aviation. The company's first plane was the B&W Seaplane, built with the help of Navy engineer George Conrad Westervelt.1917: The company was incorporated as "Boeing Airplane Company." World War I provided an early boost as the company received orders for the Model C seaplane from the U.S. Navy.Interwar Period1920s: After World War I, Boeing diversified into other areas, including furniture manufacturing, to survive the post-war downturn in aircraft demand. During this period, Boeing built its first commercial aircraft, the Model 40, which carried both mail and passengers.1930s: Boeing continued to innovate with models like the Monomail, a single-wing airplane, and the Model 247, considered one of the first modern airliners due to its all-metal construction, retractable landing gear, and twin engines.World War II1940s: Boeing played a significant role in World War II, producing large quantities of the B-17 Flying Fortress and the B-29 Superfortress bombers. The company's workforce expanded dramatically to meet the wartime production demands.Post-War Era and the Jet Age1950s: Boeing entered the jet age with the development of the B-47 Stratojet and the B-52 Stratofortress, which became mainstays of the U.S. Air Force. In the commercial sector, Boeing introduced the 707, the first successful commercial jetliner, which revolutionized air travel.1960s: The 727 and 737 models were introduced, both becoming extremely popular. The 737, in particular, went on to become the best-selling commercial jetliner in history.Space Exploration and Defense Expansion1961: Boeing became involved in the space race, developing the first stage of the Saturn V rocket, which eventually took humans to the moon.1960s-1970s: Boeing continued to diversify, expanding its footprint in the defense and space sectors, including the development of the Lunar Roving Vehicle for NASA.Wide-body Era and Global Expansion1970: Boeing introduced the 747, known as the "Jumbo Jet," which became iconic for its size and capacity, further cementing Boeing's dominance in commercial aviation.1980s-1990s: The company continued to develop new models, including the 757, 767, and later the 777, which became known for its long-range capabilities and fuel efficiency.Mergers and Acquisitions1997: Boeing merged with McDonnell Douglas, another major aerospace manufacturer, significantly expanding its product line and defense capabilities.2000s: Boeing continued to innovate with the development of the 787 Dreamliner, which featured advanced materials and technologies to improve fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
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Location: Concord, California
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