Letter To Boeing Management Released To The Media

The Washington Roundtable, a wide group of CEOs and corporate leaders from the Pacific Northwest, recently sent a letter to Boeing Commercial Airplanes President & CEO James Albaugh, urging the company to site its second 787 line in Washington state.

"Washington is justifiably proud of the fact that Boeing’s presence here has firmly established the state as the commercial aerospace capital of the world," the letter begins. "From William Boeing’s original 1916 seaplane, to the 707 that revolutionized commercial air travel, to today’s innovative 787, Washington has benefited greatly from Boeing’s tremendous economic and community contributions. We also believe that, in return, the State of Washington has provided a supportive and productive home for Boeing and its employees."

The letter then makes a direct appeal for the 2nd 787 line to be located in Washington State.

"Like that of Boeing, our companies’ histories provide clear evidence that companies can be built and operated successfully here in this state. We recognize that Washington continually must improve its competitive standing in today’s global economy. In recent years, we have made progress on a number of issues that are important to both Boeing and the rest of the business community, but agree that more work remains to be done.

As leaders of the local business community, our commitment is to work closely with you and state officials to create a business climate that allows all Washington firms to attract the talent, capital and other resources necessary to compete successfully in the competitive global economy. In particular, we pledge our support to you and your entire company in working to ensure Washington remains the single best place for you to design, build and market commercial airplanes."

The letter was signed by 29 business leaders.

FMI: www.waroundtable.com