SEATTLE, Feb. 14,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Air India
today announced the carrier has selected Boeing's family of
fuel-efficient airplanes to expand its future fleet with plans to
invest in 190 737 MAX, 20 787 Dreamliner and 10 777X airplanes.
Along with a comprehensive set of aviation services, Air India is
advancing its fleet strategy to sustainably address South Asia's rapidly growing market for
domestic and international air travel.
The agreement between Boeing and Air India includes options for
50 additional 737 MAXs and 20 787-9s. When finalized, this will be
the largest Boeing order in South
Asia and a historic milestone in the aerospace company's
nearly 90-year partnership with the carrier. The order will post to
Boeing's Orders and Deliveries website when final.
"This acquisition of nearly 300, highly advanced Boeing jets is
a core element of Vihaan.AI, the comprehensive transformation and
growth strategy we are pursuing at Air India," said Campbell
Wilson, CEO and MD, Air India. "These new airplanes will enable us
to dramatically expand our network, both domestically and
internationally, and will come with a completely new, world-class
onboard product enabling passengers to travel in the highest levels
of comfort and safety. With this order, we are delighted to take
our long relationship with Boeing to a new level."
"Air India's selection of Boeing's family of passenger jets
shows their confidence in our products and services in the world's
fastest growing aviation market, and their decision will support
engineering and manufacturing jobs at Boeing factories in
Washington state, South Carolina and across our supply base,"
said Stan Deal, president and CEO of
Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "With the industry-leading fuel
efficiency of the 737 MAX, 787 Dreamliner and 777X, Air India is
well positioned to achieve its expansion plans and become a
world-class global airline with an Indian heart."
Air India has also contracted
with Boeing Global Services for lifecycle support services,
including digital solutions, spare parts and landing gear exchange
programs, pilot and maintenance technician training, aircraft
modifications and other services.
The 737 MAX will provide flexibility across Air India's domestic
and international network while reducing fuel use and emissions by
20% compared to the airplanes it replaces.
- The 737-8, seating 162 to 210 passengers, depending on
configuration, and with a range of 3,500 nautical miles, is the
market's most versatile single-aisle airplane, capable of operating
profitably on short- and medium-haul routes.
- The 737-10, the largest airplane in the 737 MAX family, offers
the best per-seat economics of any single-aisle commercial jet,
seating 188 to 230 passengers, depending on configuration with a
range of 3,100 nautical miles.
Air India has benefited from
the efficiency and flexibility of the 787 Dreamliner family with an
existing fleet of 27 787-8s. The larger 787-9 will provide
increased capacity, greater range and 25% better fuel efficiency
compared to earlier generation jets.
The flagship 777-9 – the world's largest and most efficient
twin-engine jet -- will be the largest airplane in Air India's
fleet, enabling it to fly passengers non-stop and in enhanced
comfort to almost any long-haul destination.
- Unmatched in every aspect of performance, the 777X features a
spacious cabin, new custom architecture and innovations from the
787.
- With new breakthroughs in aerodynamics and engines, the 777-9
will provide 10% lower fuel use and emissions and 10% lower
operating costs than the competition.
About Boeing
As a leading global aerospace company,
Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes,
defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150
countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the
talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity,
sustainability and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is
committed to innovating for the future, leading with
sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's
core values of safety, quality and integrity. Join our team and
find your purpose at boeing.com/careers.
About Air India
Founded by the legendary JRD Tata, Air
India pioneered India's aviation
sector. Since its first flight on October
15, 1932, Air India has an extensive domestic network and
has spread its wings beyond to become a major international airline
with a network across USA,
Canada, UK, Europe, Far-East, South-East Asia, Australia and the Gulf. Air India is a member of Star Alliance, the largest global airline
consortium. After 69 years as a Government-owned enterprise, Air
India and Air India Express were welcomed back into the Tata group
in January 2022. The present
management at Air India is driving the five year transformation
roadmap under the aegis of Vihaan.AI to establish itself as a
world-class global airline with an Indian heart.
Vihaan.AI is Air India's transformational roadmap over five
years with clear milestones. It will be focusing on
dramatically growing both its network and fleet, developing a
completely revamped customer proposition, improving reliability and
on-time performance. The airline will also be taking a leadership
position in technology, sustainability, and innovation, while
aggressively investing in the best industry talent. Vihaan.AI is
aimed at putting Air India on a path to sustained growth,
profitability and market leadership.
Contact
Boeing Media Relations
media@boeing.com
Amber Mizerak
International Sales Comms
Amber.mizerak@boeing.com
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