Boeing and Turkish Airlines announced that the carrier ordered three more 777 Freighters in December 2017. The new order came weeks after the carrier took delivery of two of the large cargo jets as part of its plan to further expand its freight business. "These freighter orders will surely contribute to our significant target for establishing a young and efficient cargo fleet," said M. İlker Aycı, chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee of Turkish Airlines. "The new … [Read more...] about Turkish Airlines announces order for three 777 freighters
Marty Bentrott
Turkish Airlines’ first Boeing 777 freighter
"The delivery of our first 777 Freighter is a milestone in our cargo business," said M. İlker Aycı, chairman of the board and the executive committee of Turkish Airlines. "As a prominent sub-brand of Turkish Airlines, Turkish Cargo increased its freighter destinations from 55 to 73 from the beginning of this year, reaching approximately 1 million tons of cargo with a 29 per cent increase compared to the same period in the previous year. It is beyond doubt that this a remarkable success. We’re … [Read more...] about Turkish Airlines’ first Boeing 777 freighter
Silk Way nears deal on three B747-8 freighters
Boeing is nearing an agreement to sell three 747-8 freighters to Azerbaijan’s Silk Way West Airlines, a deal that would end a drought in purchases of the humpbacked jumbo jet. The companies are working toward a purchase agreement that would be valued at US$1.1 billion at list prices, Chicago-based Boeing said in a statement. “Silk Way Group is a longstanding customer and operator of Boeing’s products and services,” said Marty Bentrott, vice president, Middle East, … [Read more...] about Silk Way nears deal on three B747-8 freighters
Boeing delivers Etihad’s first 787-9 Dreamliner
Boeing delivered Etihad Airways’ first 787-9 Dreamliner sporting the airline’s new “Facets of Abu Dhabi” livery which was revealed at a ceremony earlier this year. The colours are reminiscent of the desert landscape, inspired by the culture, Islamic design and architecture motifs of the United Arab Emirates. The aircraft is the first of the 71 Dreamliners that the national airline of the UAE has on order which includes 41 787-9s and 30 787-10s. Etihad Airways will … [Read more...] about Boeing delivers Etihad’s first 787-9 Dreamliner
Boeing delivers Etihad's first 787-9 Dreamliner
Boeing delivered Etihad Airways’ first 787-9 Dreamliner sporting the airline’s new “Facets of Abu Dhabi” livery which was revealed at a ceremony earlier this year. The colours are reminiscent of the desert landscape, inspired by the culture, Islamic design and architecture motifs of the United Arab Emirates. The aircraft is the first of the 71 Dreamliners that the national airline of the UAE has on order which includes 41 787-9s and 30 787-10s. Etihad Airways will … [Read more...] about Boeing delivers Etihad's first 787-9 Dreamliner
Kuwait Airways to take 10 new 777-300ERs
Ten new 777-300ER aircraft, worth US$3.3 billion at current list prices, will be delivered to Kuwait Airways from November 2016. The airline will use them to launch new routes, but these routes were undisclosed. Last February, Kuwait Airways agreed to purchase 25 new aircraft including A320-neos and A350s. Boeing said in a press statement that it looks forward to an enduring relationship with Kuwait Airways. “We appreciate the start of a new partnership with Kuwait … [Read more...] about Kuwait Airways to take 10 new 777-300ERs
