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Tata Boeing JV Ships First Boeing 737 Vertical Fin Structure

Our Bureau - : Feb 15, 2023 - : 3:52 am

Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL), a joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced systems Limited (TASL) has shipped its first vertical fin structure for the Boeing 737 aircraft. Earlier this year, TBAL had also delivered the first fuselage for the first of the six Indian Army AH-64 Apache attack helicopters on order.

The vertical fin structure produced at TBAL’s state-of-the-art facility in Hyderabad will be delivered to the Boeing manufacturing facility in Renton, WA, for integration into the final Boeing 737 aircraft.

TBAL had added a new production line in 2021, to manufacture complex vertical fin structures for the 737 family of airplanes. The expansion marked a significant milestone for the joint venture and also created additional employment opportunities while enabling skill development.

“Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited is an example of Boeing’s commitment towards co-development of integrated systems in aerospace and defence in India for the world, and a reflection of the country’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat capabilities. The speed and quality with which the first vertical fin has been manufactured is a testament to TBAL’s skilled workforce, engineering talent, and world-class manufacturing prowess.” said Salil Gupte, president, Boeing India.

Sukaran Singh, managing director and chief executive officer, Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), said “Successful shipment of the first vertical fin structure for the Boeing 737 aircraft is a result of the hard work and seamless collaboration by the teams at TBAL. This positions TBAL and India as an important manufacturing base in overall Boeing operations. We stay committed towards progression of indigenous aerospace manufacturing with a strong focus on quality and timely delivery,” said

The vertical fin is a vertical stabilizing surface mounted on the tail of an aircraft, providing stability and control in yaw, or the movement of the aircraft from side to side, preventing side-slip, and maintaining a straight and level flight.

TBAL’s new production line utilizes cutting-edge robotics, automation, and advanced aerospace concepts like full scale determinant assembly in its manufacturing processes.

TBAL employs over 900 engineers and technicians and has been producing aero-structures for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache helicopter, including fuselages, secondary structures, and vertical spar boxes for customers worldwide.

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