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Malaysia Airlines Group Welcomes First Boeing 737-8 Aircraft, Marks Fleet Expansion
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, celebrated the arrival of its first Boeing 737-8 aircraft with a launch ceremony. The induction of this aircraft type signifies the beginning of MAG’s gradual fleet expansion plan. MAG has a total order of 25 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, scheduled for delivery through 2026 via its operating lease with Air Lease Corporation (ALC).
flydubai Orders 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners for Strategic Fleet Expansion
Dubai-based airline flydubai has signed an agreement with Boeing to purchase 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, marking the airline’s first foray into wide-body aircraft. The deal, valued at $11 billion, was announced during the Dubai Airshow 2023 and attended by prominent dignitaries
Emirates Leads UAE’s Aviation Spectacular at Dubai Airshow 2023 with Stunning Aerial Formation
Dubai Airshow 2023 opened with a breathtaking aerial display led by Emirates, showcasing the prowess of UAE aviation. The spectacle featured the iconic Emirates A380, followed by the UAE’s Al Fursan air display team, and a formation of commercial aircraft, including an Emirates Boeing 777, Etihad Airbus 350, Air Arabia Airbus 320, and flydubai Boeing 737, all soaring through the skies to the delight of spectators.
Dubai faces down airline rivals with $50 billion jet orders
Dubai carriers threw down the gauntlet to emerging regional rivals with more than $50 billion of Boeing jet orders on Monday, as competition intensifies to secure dwindling supplies of long-haul jets and anticipate growth in international travel.
Royal Jordanian Grows its Long-Haul Fleet With Order for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
Boeing and Royal Jordanian announced today an order for four 787-9 Dreamliner jets as the airline expands and modernizes its widebody fleet. Jordan’s flag carrier also reconfirmed at the Dubai Airshow a previous order for two 787-9s, bringing its total 787-9 backlog to six.
Royal Air Maroc Confirms Order for Two Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Boeing and Royal Air Maroc announced today the North African carrier placed a repeat order for the 787 Dreamliner, confirming two 787-9s in its order book as the airline grows its widebody fleet. The carrier, which currently operates nine Dreamliners, leverages the 787 family’s efficiency and flexibility to expand its long-haul network.
Boeing: Middle East fleet to more than double by 2042
Boeing forecasts widebody airplanes will comprise 45% of deliveries to Middle East airlines over the next 20 years ─ the highest percentage of the 10 global regions featured in Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) forecast.
Qatar Airways to Showcase State-of-the-Art Aircraft at Dubai Airshow 2023
Qatar Airways is gearing up to make a significant presence at the upcoming Dubai Airshow 2023, scheduled from November 13 to 17, 2023, at Dubai World Centre. The airline plans to reaffirm its position as a global aviation pioneer by presenting its cutting-edge aircraft, including the Boeing B787-9, Airbus A350-1000, and Gulfstream G650ER.
Southwest Airlines orders 108 additional Boeing 737 MAX jets
Boeing and Southwest Airlines announced today the carrier is increasing its commitment to the fuel-efficient 737 MAX family with an order for 108 737-7s. The new deal supports Southwest’s modernization strategy and provides flexibility to expand its fleet.
Boeing Business Jets Unveils Premium Cabin Selections for VIP Jets
New “BBJ Select” cabin options streamline design process, accelerating interiors installation and jet delivery
Boeing, NASA, United Airlines To Test SAF Benefits with Air-to-Air Flights
Boeing ecoDemonstrator Explorer, a 737-10 for United Airlines, will fly on SAF, trailed by NASA’s DC-8 Airborne Science Lab measuring non-CO2 emissions
ETIHAD WELCOMES LATEST ADDITION TO FLEET AS NEW BOEING 787-10 DREAMLINER TOUCHES DOWN
New aircraft is one of four Boeing 787 Dreamliners set to be delivered this year