Boeing Metamorphosis: Launching the 737 and 747, 1965–1969

by John Fredrickson, John Andrew

A unique insider look at the profound changes Boeing experienced in the 1960s as the product mix shifted from military hardware to the first generation of jet-powered airliners.

Welcome to the world of corporate decision-making, workplace gambles, and a myriad of human interactions. This is a story that affirms the traditional values of hard work, fidelity, and building the human alliances necessary for achieving enduring success. John Andrew, a retired Boeing executive, offers a unique insider perspective of the changes Boeing experienced in the 1960s. Explore the amazing growth and evolution of Boeing, one of the giants of aviation.

240 pages, Hardcover

Published May 28, 2021

Reviews

[John Andrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Looking to learn a little bit of Boeing history that is a quick and easy read? This is the book for you. Goes into great depths about what was overcome to see the success of the 737 and 747 being built and moved into market.

[Robert Walden · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this. More about the construction of facilities and logistics needed to build 737 and 747 at volume but interesting. Some good technical contact as well as an interesting narrative.

[Jose · Rating 5 out of 5]

This little book is nicely done, good pictures, well-written. However my expectations was as on the title reads 737 and 747, the book is not a in-depth look at development of these beauties but instead behind the scenes at the development of the sites that would ultimately build then. It is a basically memoir by civil engineers. Nonetheless interesting despite the misnomer of the title. Easy to read and a great effort despite my subtle disappointment.