Boeing, International Airlines Group sign deal for up to 42 777X Airplanes
International Airlines Group, the parent company of British Airways has signed a deal with Boeing to purchase up to 42 777X airplanes, including 18 orders and 24 options. The deal values at up to $18.6 billion at list prices.
British Airways has one of the largest fleets in the airline industry and they have been modernising it to serve its extensive global route network. Recently, the airline has introduced the super-efficient 787 Dreamliner family to replace its medium-sized widebody jets. The airline will replace its larger widebody airplanes, mainly the four-engine 747 jumbo jets with the new 777-9.
British Airways extends a long-running relationship with the popular 777 family by ordering the 777-9. With a fleet of nearly 60 of the long-range jet, the airline is one of the largest 777 operators. Last year, the airline committed to four more 777-300ER (Extended Range) jets via operating lease.
The production of the 777X began in 2017, with first flight planned for this year and first delivery expected in 2020.
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