Boeing’s 737 Line Now Running at 38 Per Month
Mechanics load initial parts of the 737’s wing spars into a spar-assembly machine. (Photo: Boeing)
Mechanics load initial parts of the 737’s wing spars into a spar-assembly machine. (Photo: Boeing)

Boeing has begun assembling 737NGs at a rate of 38 airplanes per month, the company announced Tuesday. Over the past two years, monthly production of the 737 has risen more than 20 percent, from 31.5 to 38 airplanes. Plans call for the rate to increase again to 42 airplanes a month next year.