Manufacturing Industry

Boeing selects Korean Airlines' aerospace division to provide raked wing tips

Airline Industry Information, Oct 20, 2005

AIRLINE INDUSTRY INFORMATION-(C)1997-2005 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD

US aircraft manufacturer Boeing (NYSE: BA) has selected Korean Airlines' Aerospace Division, based in Seoul, to provide the raked wing tips for the 787-8 Dreamliner.

According to the company, the raked wing tips are approximately 17 feet in length and provide aerodynamic efficiency for long-haul routes.

No financial details have been disclosed.

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