Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

Reader suggestions and comments are welcome... and if particularly intriguing, timely, or poignant, may themselves become future Quotes of the Day.

Let us hear from you, folks!

Aero-News Quote of the Day

"I am thrilled to have the opportunity to lead this company and its incredible employees. I've spent the last couple of months deeply embedded in the business--visiting the sites, meeting the teams, and assessing Spirit's expertise, capabilities and opportunities for growth. The more I learn, the more excited I am about our future."

Source: Spirit AeroSystems Holdings COO Tom Gentile, who will succeed Larry Lawson, its President and CEO, who decided to retire on July 31, 2016. Lawson joined Spirit in 2013 and is credited with transforming the company's performance through operational excellence, organizational realignment, talent development and business fundamentals.

FMI: www.spiritaero.com