Aurora specializes in autonomous systems technologies to enable advanced robotic aircraft for future aerospace applications and vehicles. Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Chicago, USA - October 05, 2017

• Subsidiary to accelerate Boeing's development of game-changing autonomy technology for innovative aerospace vehicles

Boeing (NYSE: BA) plans to acquire Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, a world-class innovator, developer and manufacturer of advanced aerospace platforms, under an agreement signed by the companies.

Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Aurora specializes in autonomous systems technologies to enable advanced robotic aircraft for future aerospace applications and vehicles.

Greg Hyslop, chief technology officer and senior vice president of Boeing Engineering, Test & Technology. Photo courtesy of Boeing

"The combined strength and innovation of our teams will advance the development of autonomy for our commercial and military systems," said Greg Hyslop, chief technology officer and senior vice president of Boeing Engineering, Test & Technology.
"Together, these talented teams will open new markets with transformational technologies."

Aurora X-D8 Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Leveraging autonomous systems that include perception, machine learning and advanced flight control systems, Aurora has designed, produced and flown more than 30 unmanned air vehicles since the company was founded in 1989.

Aurora D8 Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Aurora Flight Sciences is a leader in the emerging field of electric propulsion for aircraft.

During the last decade, Aurora has collaborated with Boeing on the rapid prototyping of innovative aircraft and structural assemblies for both military and commercial applications.

John S. Langford, III, is the Chairman and CEO of Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, which he founded in 1989. Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

"Since its inception, Aurora has been focused on the development of innovative aircraft that leverage autonomy to make aircraft smarter," said John Langford, Aurora founder and chief executive officer.
"As an integral part of Boeing, our pioneered technologies of long-endurance aircraft, robotic co-pilots, and autonomous electric VTOLs will be transitioned into world-class products for the global infrastructure."

Aurora Centaur Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

This transaction, anticipated to close following receipt of customary regulatory approvals, does not affect Boeing's financial guidance.

Aurora ALIAS Automated Flight System Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Once acquired, Aurora will be a subsidiary under Boeing Engineering, Test & Technology known as Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company.

ALIAS Automated Flight System in Cessna Caravan Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Aurora ALIAS B737 Simulator-small Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Aurora ALIAS Automated Flight System Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Aurora ALIAS Automated Flight System Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

It will retain an independent operating model while benefiting from Boeing's resources and position as the leading provider of aerospace products and services.

Aurora Solar Aircraft Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Aurora ORION Photo courtesy of Aurora Flight Sciences

Headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, Aurora has more than 550 employees and operates in six states in the U.S. including a research and development center located near MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts, manufacturing facilities in Bridgeport, West Virginia and Columbus, Mississippi with offices in Dayton, Ohio, Mountain View, California and Luzern, Switzerland.

http://www.aurora.aero/  


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Test & Technology
+1 206 851 7974
sandra.l.angers@boeing.com  

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