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Boeing Bags Air India Order for 290 Airplanes

Our Bureau - : Feb 15, 2023 - : 4:09 am

The Tata Group-owned Air India has placed orders with Boeing for 190 737 MAX, 20 787 Dreamliner and 10 777X airplanes.

The order is Air India’s largest ever with Boeing and when finalized, will be the largest Boeing order in South Asia.

Air India already operates 27 787-8s. The agreement between Boeing and Air India includes options for 50 additional 737 MAXs and 20 787-9s.

“This acquisition of nearly 300, highly advanced Boeing jets is a core element of Vihaan.AI, the comprehensive transformation and growth strategy we are pursuing at Air India,” said Campbell Wilson, CEO and MD, Air India. “These new airplanes will enable us to dramatically expand our network, both domestically and internationally, and will come with a completely new, world-class onboard product enabling passengers to travel in the highest levels of comfort and safety. With this order, we are delighted to take our long relationship with Boeing to a new level.”

“Air India’s selection of Boeing’s family of passenger jets shows their confidence in our products and services in the world’s fastest growing aviation market, and their decision will support engineering and manufacturing jobs at Boeing factories in Washington state, South Carolina and across our supply base,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.

“With the industry-leading fuel efficiency of the 737 MAX, 787 Dreamliner and 777X, Air India is well positioned to achieve its expansion plans and become a world-class global airline with an Indian heart.”

Air India has also contracted with Boeing Global Services for lifecycle support services, including digital solutions, spare parts and landing gear exchange programs, pilot and maintenance technician training, aircraft modifications and other services.

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