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Boeing South Carolina: Economic Impact and Expansion

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This podcast examines the economic impact and future expansion of Boeing's 787 Dreamliner facility in South Carolina. One source, from the Richmond Federal Reserve, analyzes the initial $1 billion recruitment deal, concluding that the plant successfully boosted the state's aerospace sector by generating over 6,000 jobs, which was more than promised, and delivered good value for taxpayers. The other two sources focus on a new, subsequent $1 billion expansion of the North Charleston facility, which was formally broken ground on in November 2025. This expansion is designed to double the factory size and increase 787 production rates to meet a massive backlog of orders, with the company pledging to hire an additional 1,000 people in the coming years to handle the growing global demand. The articles underscore this investment as a strategic move to compete with Airbus and strengthen Boeing's market position, though one source notes potential risks related to execution and the supply chain.

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