Boeing to Spotlight Innovation, Customer Partnerships, and Advanced Technologies at Paris Air Show 2025
As anticipation builds for the 2025 edition of the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget, [NYSE: BA] has unveiled a robust agenda that underscores its commitment to innovation, global partnerships, and the advancement of cutting-edge aerospace technologies. With a presence that spans the full spectrum of commercial, defense, and future mobility systems, Boeing aims to reassert its role as a transformative leader in aviation—at a time when the industry continues to evolve rapidly in response to market, regulatory, and environmental pressures.
Reinforcing Trust Through Innovation and Operational Excellence
“We continue to make fundamental changes across to strengthen safety, quality and our culture, and we are seeing steady improvement in our performance,” said Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg. “We look forward to connecting with our customers and partners at Le Bourget to demonstrate the work underway to restore trust and move forward.”
Ortberg’s statement highlights ongoing internal transformation—focused on process discipline, product integrity, and a collaborative ethos—as a central theme of its 2025 Air Show participation. With global confidence in aviation under the spotlight, presence at Le Bourget is not just about showcasing aircraft but about demonstrating progress in values-led leadership.
Comprehensive Showcasing of Boeing’s Capabilities
Boeing’s footprint at the air show will be extensive, spanning commercial and defense aviation, autonomous technologies, integrated digital services, and climate solutions. The company will feature a diverse array of aircraft, technologies, and immersive experiences across both static displays and interactive pavilions.
Commercial and Defense Aircraft on Display
The company’s static display area will feature multiple customer-owned commercial jets alongside an impressive lineup of defense platforms, including both fixed-wing and rotary-wing assets. These include celebrated aircraft such as:
- C-17 Globemaster III: A key strategic airlifter.
- CH-47 Chinook: A battle-proven heavy-lift helicopter.
- F-15 and F/A-18 fighters: Core components of U.S. and allied air forces.
- KC-46 Pegasus: next-generation aerial refueler.
- P-8 Poseidon: A leading maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft.
Qatar Airways will also display its specially liveried 777-300ER celebrating its Paris Saint-Germain partnership, providing a blend of aviation excellence and cultural storytelling.
Immersive Customer and Public Engagements
Boeing Pavilion (C-2):
Visitors to the Boeing Pavilion will have the opportunity to explore immersive and fully interactive exhibits that showcase the breadth of capabilities. Among the highlights:
- A full-size 777X interior mockup, illustrating the wide-body’s next-gen cabin features including enhanced passenger comfort, noise reduction, and sustainability advancements.
- The 777-8 Freighter Theater, offering a multimedia experience around the world’s most fuel-efficient, high-capacity freighter.
The Pavilion will also feature key elements from services and defense business units, including:
- Mission-critical defense technologies
- Global parts and sustainment services
- Maintenance, training, and aircraft modification solutions
- Cutting-edge cabin interiors and customer-driven designs
A unique part of the experience is the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model, a data-rich tool that enables aviation stakeholders to model and evaluate different emissions-reduction strategies. This tool will be central to messaging on environmental responsibility.
Wisk Aero Pavilion:
Adjacent to main area, the Wisk Pavilion will spotlight the sixth-generation autonomous, all-electric air taxi, reinforcing growing investment in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Wisk’s aircraft represents the future of sustainable urban flight—fully electric, pilotless, and purpose-built for autonomous operation. Visitors will be able to explore the aircraft’s design, technology stack, and vision for transforming city-to-city and intra-city travel.
Thought Leadership and Strategic Dialogue
Boeing executives and technology leaders will take part in a variety of high-profile forums, offering insights into the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging trends. These engagements include sustainability strategies, future combat aviation concepts, supply chain innovation, and digital aviation development.
Paris Air Forum | Friday, June 13
- Steve Parker, Interim President and CEO of Boeing Defense, Space & Security, will speak on the future of combat aviation (3:40–4:30 p.m.).
- Brian Moran, Boeing’s Chief Sustainability Officer, will discuss scaling the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) (2:30–3:20 p.m.).
- William Ampofo, Senior Vice President of Parts, Distribution, and Supply Chain for Boeing Global Services, will address growth in air transport and MRO (4:45–5:35 p.m.).
POLITICO Panel | Monday, June 16
- Brian Yutko, Vice President of Product Development for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, will discuss aviation innovation and next-gen technologies (10:30–11:35 a.m.).
Paris AirLab Sessions
- Tuesday, June 17 (5:00–6:00 p.m.): Brian Moran will join a collaborative discussion on building a resilient SAF supply chain.
- Wednesday, June 18 (11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.): Dr. Todd Citron, Boeing’s Chief Technology Officer, will discuss the future of engineering, design tools, and the talent pipeline needed to power aerospace innovation.
Press Conferences and Media Briefings
Boeing’s media hub (A334) will host a range of briefings that provide deep dives into specific business areas, market forecasts, and product strategies.
Tuesday, June 17
- 9:30–10:30 a.m.: Commercial Product & 2025 Market Outlook with Darren Hulst, VP of Commercial Marketing.
- 12:00–1:00 p.m.: Boeing Defense in Europe Briefing featuring Turbo Sjogren and Tim Flood.
Wednesday, June 18
- 10:00–11:00 a.m.: Boeing Rotorcraft Capabilities with Mark Ballew.
- 12:00–1:00 p.m.: Services Market Outlook and Pavilion Tour with Chris Raymond, William Ampofo, and Doug Backhus.
Wisk Aero Briefings
- Monday, June 16 (2:30–3:00 p.m.)
- Tuesday, June 17 (10:30–11:00 a.m.)
In addition, credentialed journalists will have opportunities to explore exclusive aircraft experiences:
- Media tours of the 777X interior and 777-8 Freighter Theater: June 16, 17, and 19 at 11:00 a.m.; June 18 at 9:00 a.m.
- Access to static aircraft displays of the KC-46, P-8, and CH-47 upon request. Journalists must RSVP by June 13 to Airshow@exchange.boeing.com.
To receive real-time updates on daily announcements and briefings, media professionals can join Boeing’s dedicated WhatsApp channel by contacting rachel.ayres@boeing.com or texting +1 872-202-3019.
A Global Commitment to Safety, Sustainability, and Excellence
Boeing’s presence at the 2025 Paris Air Show is more than a display of technological prowess—it is a testament to the company’s long-term strategy of resilience and renewal. As one of the world’s leading aerospace manufacturers and the top U.S. exporter, remains committed to shaping the future of flight while addressing the evolving needs of commercial airlines, defense forces, and the next generation of passengers.
With customers in over 150 countries and a global network of partners and suppliers, continues to drive innovation, strengthen industry ecosystems, and deliver on its core values: safety, quality, and integrity.
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