Boeing Elects Bradley D. Tilden to Board of Directors

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Boeing (NYSE: BA) announced that Bradley D. Tilden was elected to its Board of Directors effective Dec. 3, 2025. Tilden, 64, is the former chairman, president and CEO of Alaska Air Group and will join Boeing's Aerospace Safety and Finance committees.

Tilden served 31 years at Alaska Air Group with senior roles including CFO, president of Alaska Airlines, CEO beginning in 2012 and executive chairman in 2021. He is the 12th board member and the 10th new director added since 2019 as part of Boeing's board refreshment efforts.

The announcement highlights board experience in safety, finance, aerospace, engineering, cyber and supply chain oversight and reiterates Boeing's stated commitment to safety, quality and integrity.

Positive

• Board addition: Tilden elected effective Dec. 3, 2025
• Committee roles: joins Aerospace Safety and Finance committees
• Industry experience: 31 years at Alaska Air Group with CEO and CFO roles
• Board refreshment: 10 new directors added since 2019

Negative

• Board turnover: 10 new directors since 2019 may signal high refresh activity

- Tilden, former chairman, president and CEO of Alaska Air Group, will join Safety and Finance committees

ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boeing Company (NYSE: BA) today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Bradley D. Tilden as its newest member, effective Dec. 3, 2025. Tilden will join the Aerospace Safety and Finance committees.

Tilden, 64, previously served as chairman, president and CEO of Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as well as regional airline Horizon Air.

"Brad brings a distinct customer perspective, proven leadership in the airline industry, and more than three decades of aviation experience," said Boeing Board Chair Steve Mollenkopf. "His experience in safety management systems and financial expertise will be invaluable to our Board as we continue to make progress in the company's recovery."

In his 31-year tenure at Alaska Air Group, Tilden held several senior leadership roles, including CFO and then president of Alaska Airlines. Beginning in 2012, he began serving as President and CEO of Alaska Air Group, and was named executive chairman in 2021.

The 12th member of the board, Tilden will be the 10th new director added since 2019, as part of the board's refreshment efforts. These directors collectively bring significant experience in aerospace, safety, engineering, manufacturing, cyber, artificial intelligence, software, risk oversight, audit, supply chain management, sustainability and finance, as well as the perspective of customers, suppliers and pilots.

A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity. 

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FAQ

Who is Bradley D. Tilden and why did Boeing (BA) add him to the board on Dec. 3, 2025?

Bradley D. Tilden is the former chairman, president and CEO of Alaska Air Group with 31 years of aviation experience; Boeing added him to bring customer, safety and financial expertise to the board.

What committees will Bradley D. Tilden serve on at Boeing (BA)?

Tilden will serve on Boeing's Aerospace Safety and Finance committees.

How does Bradley D. Tilden's appointment change Boeing's board composition as of Dec. 3, 2025?

Tilden becomes Boeing's 12th board member and the 10th new director added since 2019 under the company's board refreshment efforts.

What relevant experience does Bradley D. Tilden bring to Boeing (BA)?

Tilden held senior leadership roles including CFO, president of Alaska Airlines, CEO beginning in 2012 and executive chairman in 2021, providing safety management and financial experience.

Will Bradley D. Tilden's election to Boeing's board affect safety oversight or financial governance?

Boeing said Tilden's background in safety management systems and finance will contribute to the board's oversight, particularly via his roles on the Aerospace Safety and Finance committees.