SEATTLE, Oct. 3, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and United Airlines announced
today the carrier is expanding its 787 Dreamliner fleet,
exercising options to order 50 787-9 airplanes and securing an
additional 50 options. The new Dreamliner order provides United
additional flexibility as the airline modernizes its global fleet
over the next decade.
"We're building a bright future at United, and this order takes
our already successful United Next plan into the next decade and
beyond," said Scott Kirby, United
CEO. "Our planning and focus on the long term have helped us surge
past other airlines that stood still. I'm convinced our strategy is
the right one as we continue to add new, larger aircraft to take
full advantage of our growing flying opportunities both
internationally and domestically."
With 150 firm orders, United has the largest Dreamliner
orderbook on record and is positioned to become the largest 787
operator in the world. Today's announcement follows the airline's
record-setting purchase of 100 787 airplanes last year.
As the first airline to operate all three models in the 787
family, United's existing fleet consists of more than 70
Dreamliners. The fuel efficiency and reliability of the 787 provide
United with the flexibility to fly its expansive global route
network.
"United's unprecedented commitment to the 787 Dreamliner family
is a testament to the market-leading operating economics and
reliability of Boeing's widebody jets," said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing
Commercial Airplanes. "With the 787, United will enjoy all the
synergies of operating one of the largest, most efficient fleets in
the skies."
The enhanced efficiency and performance of the 787 reduces fuel
use and emissions by up to 25% compared with the airplanes it
replaces, depending on the configuration. The 787-9 has a
globe-spanning range that allows carriers to fly up to 7,565
nautical miles (14,010 km) while seating up to 296 passengers.
The 787 is the best-selling widebody in history with more than
1,800 orders from 87 customers – including more than 870 repeat
orders from 56 repeat customers. In the last year, customers have
placed nearly 350 orders and commitments for the 787 family.
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.
Contact:
Adam Mertz
International Sales Communications
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
+1 206-240-1786
adam.j.mertz@boeing.com
Boeing Media Relations
media@boeing.com
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