Saab, the Swedish aerospace and defense company, has signed an extension agreement with Boeing for the manufacturing of large cargo doors, bulk cargo doors, and access doors for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. This extension is part of an existing contract originally signed with Boeing in 2004 for the 787 Dreamliner program. Since the inception of the 787 Dreamliner program, Saab has delivered over 1,100 shipsets of components for the aircraft. These components include large cargo doors, bulk cargo doors, and access doors, which play a crucial role in the functionality and efficiency of Boeing’s popular widebody aircraft.
Saab has extensive experience in supplying major aerostructures for various military and commercial aircraft programs. These doors for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner are primarily constructed using composite materials, which offer the advantages of being lightweight and easy to install. The composite structures of these doors also integrate a range of systems, further enhancing the overall performance and functionality of the aircraft.