Astronics Selected to Supply Fuel Tank Access Doors for Boeing 737 MAX

Award Built on a Long Partnership Across Many Boeing Aircraft Platforms

EAST AURORA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO), a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense and other industries, announced today that it has been selected by Boeing to supply fuel tank access doors for the Boeing 737 MAX airplane program.

Nick Stevenson, President at Astronics PECO, commented, “We have a long-standing, valued partnership with Boeing, and we are excited to support the 737 MAX program with the addition of fuel tank access doors to our current offerings.”

The doors will be manufactured in Clackamas, Oregon, where Astronics has designed and manufactured a variety of sophisticated technical products from aircraft passenger service units to environmental controls. Capabilities include complete multi-disciplined design engineering and qualification, as well as highly vertically integrated manufacturing operations providing custom-injection molding, die-casting, CNC machining, NADCAP-accredited bonding/chemical/finishing processes, integrated assembly and testing.

ABOUT ASTRONICS CORPORATION

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world’s aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company’s strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets. Additional information on Astronics and its solutions, can be found at Astronics.com.