William E. Boeing Jr. | Champion of aerospace education, 92
William E. Boeing Jr., 92, a son of aerospace pioneer William Boeing Sr. who championed flight throughout his life, died Wednesday night at his home in Seattle, said Mike Bush, a spokesman for the Museum of Flight, which Boeing Jr. helped create.
William E. Boeing Jr., 92, a son of aerospace pioneer William Boeing Sr. who championed flight throughout his life, died Wednesday night at his home in Seattle, said Mike Bush, a spokesman for the Museum of Flight, which Boeing Jr. helped create.
Mr. Boeing did not work at his father's company; he pursued a career in commercial real estate instead. But he was nevertheless a champion of the industry and of aerospace education.
"Bill's impact on the social and economic development of the Puget Sound has greatly benefited generations in the community," Boeing chairman Jim McNerney said in a written statement. "As a leading light in the creation and expansion of the Museum of Flight, he helped showcase our heritage and inspire generations to join in and further advance the science and business of aerospace." - AP