FTC Orders Boeing to Divest Spirit Assets in $8.3 Billion Deal

Boeing must divest Spirit AeroSystems assets to resolve antitrust concerns tied to its $8.3 billion acquisition. The FTC requires Boeing to sell key Spirit businesses to Airbus and its Subang, Malaysia aerostructures business to CTRM to protect competition in commercial and military aircraft markets. The deal will also ensure continuity and compliance through transitional services and an FTC-appointed monitor.