Boeing has announced that United Airlines has ordered 50 787-9 airplanes and secured an additional 50 options from Boeing modernizing its global fleet over the next decade.
Boeing has announced that United Airlines is expanding its 787 Dreamliner fleet by exercising options to order 50 787-9 airplanes and securing an additional 50 options from Boeing. This order will provide United with flexibility as it modernizes its global fleet over the next decade. This order comes after United’s record-setting purchase of 100 787 airplanes in 2022. With this expansion, United now has a total of 150 firm orders for the Dreamliner, making it the airline with the largest Dreamliner order book on record. United already operates more than 70 Dreamliners, making it the first airline to operate all three models in the 787 family.
Scott Kirby, CEO, United said, “We’re building a bright future at United, and this order takes our already successful United Next plan into the next decade and beyond. Our planning and focus on the long term have helped us surge past other airlines that stood still. I’m convinced our strategy is the right one as we continue to add new, larger aircraft to take full advantage of our growing flying opportunities both internationally and domestically.”
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is known for its fuel efficiency and reliability, which allows United to efficiently operate its global route network. The Dreamliner reduces fuel use and emissions by up to 25% compared to the airplanes it replaces. The 787-9, which United has ordered, has a long range that allows it to fly up to 7,565 nautical miles while seating up to 296 passengers.
Stan Deal ‘s President and CEO of Commercial Airplanes, Boeing said, “United’s unprecedented commitment to the 787 Dreamliner family is a testament to the market-leading operating economics and reliability of Boeing’s widebody jets. With the 787, United will enjoy all the synergies of operating one of the largest, most efficient fleets in the skies.”
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The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the best-selling widebody in history, with more than 1,800 orders from 87 customers. In the past year, customers have placed nearly 350 orders and commitments for the 787 family. This order reinforces United’s position as a major operator of the Dreamliner and its commitment to modernizing its fleet with fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft. United Airlines continues to invest in its fleet and network to offer its passengers a better travel experience.
