DUBAI,
United Arab Emirates, Nov. 13,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and
Emirates announced today that the world's largest 777 operator has
placed an order for 90 777X airplanes, including 55 777-9 and 35
777-8 jets. The new order, which increases Emirates' 777X family
backlog to 205 planes, was announced during the Dubai Airshow at a signing event
attended by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin
Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates
Airline and Group; and Stan Deal,
president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
In addition, Emirates updated its 787 Dreamliner order book to
better align future capacity to demand. The airline is buying five
more 787 jets – growing its 787 backlog to 35 – while converting 30
787-9s to 20 787-8 and 10 787-10 airplanes.
"Emirates is the biggest operator of Boeing 777 aircraft, and
today's order cements that position," said HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief
Executive, Emirates Airline and Group. "We've been closely involved
in the 777 program since its start up until this latest generation
of 777X aircraft. The 777 has been central to Emirates' fleet and
network strategy of connecting cities on all continents non-stop to
Dubai. We are pleased
to extend our relationship with Boeing and look forward to the
first 777-9 joining our fleet in 2025."
Boeing's relationship with Emirates dates back to the airline's
first 777 order in 1992. Today, Emirates has nearly 150 777 jets in
its fleet. Based on the most successful twin-aisle airplane ever,
the 777, the 777X family is designed to maximize efficiency and
environmental performance by 25%, while providing an exceptional
onboard experience.
"This order is an incredible vote of confidence in Boeing's
highly efficient widebody family and the versatility of our 777X
and 787 airplanes to meet Emirates' needs for global long-haul
travel," said Stan Deal, president
and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The 777-9 and 777-8 are
the perfect airplanes to support Emirates' growth, improving
environmental performance and unmatched payload capability along
the way."
The 777-9 will be the largest and most fuel-efficient
twin-engine jet in the world, with the lowest operating cost per
seat of any commercial airplane. Opening new growth opportunities
for airlines, the 777-9 seats 426 passengers in a typical two-class
configuration, with a range of 13,510 km (7,295 nautical
miles).
The 777-8 seats 395 passengers with a range capability of up to
16,190 km (8,745 nautical miles). The 777-8 also offers airlines
more revenue potential through more payload and improved fuel
efficiency on short and long flights.
The 777X family also provides unmatched passenger comfort with a
wider cabin and interiors that provide better humidity levels, a
smoother ride and more natural light.
The 787 is the industry's most versatile widebody jet, operating
with superior efficiency and comfort across all network segments.
The enhanced efficiency and performance of the 787 family reduce
fuel use and emissions by up to 25% compared to today's similarly
sized airplanes. Passengers enjoy a better experience with the
largest windows of any jet, air that is more humid and pressurized
at a lower cabin altitude for greater comfort, and technology that
senses and counters turbulence for a smoother ride.
Boeing's 2023 Commercial Market Outlook forecasts widebody
airplanes will comprise 45% of deliveries to Middle East airlines over the next 20 years ─
the highest regional percentage worldwide. Many airlines in the
region provide service between major global population centers and
as a result, a higher proportion of widebody aircraft are needed to
carry larger passenger volumes.
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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
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