All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Boeing celebrated the delivery of the airline's 50th B787 Dreamliner during a ceremony today at Boeing's Everett Delivery Center. The milestone marks yet another record for ANA as it becomes the world's first airline to operate 50 B787 Dreamliners. "The 787 Dreamliner has played a significant role in opening up new routes into new markets, while also forming the backbone of our long-haul fleet," said Osamu Shinobe, president and CEO, ANA. "As the launch customer … [Read more...] about Boeing delivers 50th B787 Dreamliner to ANA
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Garuda reconfirms 60 Beoing aircraft order
Garuda Indonesia announced its intent to purchase 30 787-9 Dreamliners, as well as up to 30 737 MAX 8 airplanes. Arif Wibowo, Garuda Indonesia, president and CEO, said: "The agreement is part of Garuda Indonesia's revitalisation program in order to provide our passengers with the best possible experience with the youngest fleet in the sky and to support the airline's future plan to further expand its network globally. The 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX are extraordinary airplanes with … [Read more...] about Garuda reconfirms 60 Beoing aircraft order
Alaska Air orders six B737-900ERs
Alaska Airlines’ fleet of Boeing aircraft is growing again. Seattle’s hometown airline is purchasing six more Boeing 737-900 Extended Range aircraft, valued at US$594 million, Boeing’s current list price. Four aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2016 and two in 2017, bringing Alaska’s total of locally manufactured jets on order to 79. “We’re delighted Boeing is able to expedite delivery of four of these new 737-900ERs, increasing the number of aircraft … [Read more...] about Alaska Air orders six B737-900ERs
Qatar Air finalises order for four 777 freighters
Boeing and Qatar Airways have finalised an order for four 777 freighters, valued at US$1.24 billion at current list prices. The airline also has purchase rights for four additional airplanes, which when exercised will bring the combined value to US$2.46 billion. Qatar Airways first announced an intent to order the four 777 freighters at the 2014 Farnborough Airshow. “As Qatar Airways develops its cargo route network, we are pleased they have selected the 777 freighter to be part of … [Read more...] about Qatar Air finalises order for four 777 freighters
Kuwait Airways finalise order for 10 B777-300ERs
Boeing and Kuwait Airways have finalised an order for 10 777-300ERs, valued at US$3.3 billion at list prices. The airline originally announced its intent to order the 777-300ER in November. "Kuwait Airways has plans to renew its fleet as well as expand its operations and the 777-300ER is a perfect aircraft for our strategy," said Rasha Al Roumi, Kuwait Airways CEO. "The aircraft has already validated its position in terms of high reliability, low operating costs and fuel efficiency. … [Read more...] about Kuwait Airways finalise order for 10 B777-300ERs
SMBC places $8.5B Boeing order
Boeing and SMBC Aviation Capital announced an order for 80 737 MAX 8s, valued at more than US$8.5 billion at list prices. The deal is the largest single order for 737 MAXs from a leasing company. With this agreement SMBC Aviation Capital becomes the 50th 737 MAX customer and grows the programme’s order book to more than 2,400 airplanes. “It is 10 years since our business placed its first order with Boeing and we have enjoyed a decade of successful partnership since … [Read more...] about SMBC places $8.5B Boeing order
