Seattle: Boeing is moving closer to finalizing its planned acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, with a notice suggesting the deal could close as early as Monday. Trading of Spirit shares is expected to be suspended once the transaction is confirmed.

The deal, valued at about 4.7 billion dollars for Spirit’s equity, is part of a broader effort by Boeing to bring more control back into its supply chain. Spirit AeroSystems was originally part of Boeing until it was spun off in 2005. The company has since been a key supplier, including for parts of the 737 and 787 aircraft.

Regulatory approvals have already been granted. The United States Federal Trade Commission recently cleared the deal, but with conditions. Boeing must divest certain Spirit assets that supply Airbus aircraft and other pro

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