DUBAI,
United Arab Emirates, Nov. 13,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and
flydubai announced today an agreement to purchase 30 787-9
Dreamliners as the airline diversifies its fleet with the
introduction of widebody jets. In a signing ceremony at the
Dubai Airshow, the
Dubai-based carrier
said it plans to use the efficient 787 to open new routes and grow
capacity on existing routes.
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"In 2008 when we placed our first-ever order for 50 Boeing 737
aircraft, we were confident of the vital role flydubai would play
in supporting Dubai's
aviation hub," said His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of
flydubai. "I am proud today to see flydubai evolve further,
surpassing labels and challenging the traditional conventions
around travel. Today's order reaffirms flydubai's commitment to
enabling more people to travel across its expanding network. The
highly fuel-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliner will allow flydubai to
expand its horizon and cater to the growing demand on existing
routes."
"Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at flydubai. We
are committed to offering the right product at the right time to
cater to the changing market and customer needs," said Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at
flydubai. "The Boeing 787 Dreamliner offers a perfect combination
of operational excellence, fuel efficiency as well as passenger
appeal."
The 787-9 can fly 296 passengers 14,010 km (7,565 nautical
miles) in addition to more cargo. Since revenue service began in
2011, the 787 family has launched more than 380 new nonstop routes
around the world. Half of all 787 Dreamliner flights are operated
in short- and medium-haul markets below 5,000 km (2,700 nautical
miles), demonstrating its versatility and efficiency across all
network segments.
"The 787-9 is perfectly suited for the needs of flydubai as it
looks to open up longer-range routes and add capacity across its
network," said Stan Deal, president
and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "flydubai passengers will
enjoy the Dreamliner effect, an experience like no other in the
air, flying with more comfort and arriving at their destinations
feeling more refreshed."
flydubai currently operates an all-737 fleet of 79 airplanes.
The airline has an order backlog of 137 737s.
According to Boeing's Commercial Market Outlook, the
Middle East airplane fleet is
projected to more than double over the next 20 years. Nearly half
of these deliveries will be widebody airplanes, driven by the
region's growing position as an international air transit hub.
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