Boeing is a major American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, satellites, missiles, and telecommunications equipment. It is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the world. Boeing is especially known for its commercial aircraft, defense systems, space exploration technologies, and services.

Boeing was established in 1916 by William E. Boeing in Seattle, Washington. Over the years, Boeing expanded significantly through mergers and acquisitions. Notably, Boeing merged with McDonnell Douglas in 1997, which helped solidify its position as a dominant player in both commercial and defense aerospace markets.