Qatar Airways will also get 40 additional GE9X engines and spare units, alongside a comprehensive long-term service agreement.
Qatar Airways has expanded its substantial order of Boeing 777X aircraft by adding 20 Boeing 777-9 variants to its existing commitment of 40. This increases their total order to 94 Boeing 777X aircraft for both commercial and cargo operations. The announcement also encompasses a pledge for 40 additional GE9X engines and spare units, alongside a comprehensive long-term service agreement.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said, “Qatar Airways is proud to announce an expansion to the existing Boeing 777X aircraft order with an additional 20, totalling 94 Boeing 777X aircraft. We, as the World’s Best Airline, are an industry leader and operate one of the youngest fleets, offering unparalleled innovation and quality. Keeping an eye on the future, we continue to ensure that all Qatar Airways passengers are only met with the best products and services available in the industry.”
During the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, the airline announced that the upcoming Qsuite Next Gen, designated for the additional order of Boeing 777-9 aircraft and other models, represents the latest evolution of the acclaimed World’s Best Business Class.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO, Stephanie Pope, said, “Qatar Airways is a leader in our industry, and we are honored the airline added 20 more 777-9 jets to its large Boeing order book. We appreciate their confidence that Boeing’s market-leading widebody family will provide outstanding fuel efficiency and a superior passenger experience for its global operations.”
The highly-anticipated Qsuite Next Gen includes movable monitors with Bluetooth capability, companion suites offering window views, expanded lie-flat and double beds, secure lockable drawers, touchscreen Passenger Control Units, and additional innovations designed to elevate the passenger experience.
Russell Stokes, President and CEO, of Commercial Engines and Services, GE Aerospace, said, “We are pleased to extend our partnership with Qatar Airways to support the airline’s commitment to an excellent customer experience and best-in-class efficiency. The GE9X is the world’s most powerful and most fuel-efficient turbofan and we look forward to continuing to support the growth of the Qatar Airways family with this technology.”
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