News Summary
Turkish Airlines has placed a landmark order with Boeing for 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, marking its largest order for widebody aircraft. The deal includes 35 units of the 787-9 model and 15 of the 787-10 model, with an option for 25 more. This significant investment is expected to bolster the US economy and support over 123,000 jobs. Additionally, Turkish Airlines is considering acquiring 150 737 MAX airplanes, further enhancing its fleet and operational capacity, demonstrating its commitment to growth and modernization in the aviation industry.
South Carolina – Turkish Airlines has made a significant move in the aviation sector by placing a firm order with Boeing for up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners. This marks the airline’s largest order for Boeing widebody aircraft to date.
The order includes 35 units of the 787-9 model and 15 units of the larger 787-10 model, with an option for an additional 25 Dreamliners. This decision is anticipated to boost the economy, supporting over 123,000 jobs across the United States.
In addition to this substantial purchase, Boeing has recently secured orders for 39 other Dreamliners since August, which includes 14 aircraft from Uzbekistan Airways and 25 from Korean Air as part of a comprehensive 103-aircraft order.
Moreover, Turkish Airlines is also contemplating the acquisition of 150 additional 737 MAX airplanes, which would represent its largest single-aisle order from Boeing upon completion. When combined with the orders for Dreamliners, Turkish Airlines’ fleet of Boeing aircraft is set to effectively double, greatly enhancing the airline’s capacity and operational network.
Prof. Ahmet Bolat, the chairman of Turkish Airlines, indicated that this agreement highlights the airline’s industry leadership and commitment to operational excellence and innovation. The addition of the larger 787-10 model aims to significantly improve cargo and passenger capacity on key high-demand routes between Istanbul and various destinations in the U.S., Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
The 787 aircraft are renowned for their improved fuel efficiency and enhanced comfort features, such as larger windows and technology designed to reduce turbulence. The commitment from Turkish Airlines to invest in newer aircraft showcases its strategy for growth in an increasingly competitive aviation market.
Boeing‘s President and CEO of Commercial Airplanes, Stephanie Pope, expressed gratitude for Turkish Airlines’ ongoing reliance on 787 Dreamliners and 737 MAX models as part of their growth strategy.
Currently, Turkish Airlines operates more than 200 Boeing jets and aims to expand its fleet to 800 aircraft by 2033. Boeing has been actively engaged with Turkish airline operators and the Turkish government for more than 80 years, with investments totaling $2 billion in the local aerospace supply chain, creating nearly 5,000 jobs in Turkey.
In terms of future expectations, the collaboration between Turkish Airlines and Boeing is also seen as part of a larger trend in the aviation industry where airlines are seeking to modernize their fleets to enhance operational efficiencies, meet increasing passenger demand, and adapt to environmental standards. With major orders like these, both companies are set to have a substantial impact on the global aviation landscape in the years to come.
Boeing is recognized as a leading exporter from the U.S., developing, manufacturing, and servicing commercial airplanes for over 150 countries. As the aviation industry continues to recover and grow post-pandemic, the significance of these orders cannot be overstated, signaling a positive trend in the global travel market.
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