Korean Air Commits Up to 50 Boeing Widebodies

FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Korean Air announced today the airline’s intent to purchase up to 50 of Boeing’s highly fuel-efficient widebody airplanes, including 20 777-9s and 20 787-10s with options for 10 more of the largest 787 Dreamliner variants.

Korean Air’s selection of the 777-9 and 787-10 supports planned growth and renewal of its fleet in size, range and capacity to reach high-demand markets in Europe and North America, as well as popular regional routes within Asia. The carrier will leverage the market-leading efficiency and versatility of these widebody jets to enhance its fleet while adding flexibility to its global network ahead of its anticipated merger with Asiana Airlines.

The 777-9 can seat 426 passengers in a two-class configuration with a range of 13,500 km (7,285 nautical miles) and the 787-10 can carry up to 336 passengers with a range of 11,730 km (6,330 nautical miles)

Korean Air’s Aerospace Division currently supplies components for the 787 program, including the model’s unique raked wingtip. The supplier also produces parts for a number of Boeing airplanes including the 737 MAX, 767 and 777.

Source Boeing / Edited by Fire and Aviation Tv shared with Airline Adviser 07/22/24