Orders & Deliveries
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Paris Air Show 2013 – Day 1
Day 1 of Paris Air Show Le Bourget 2013 started with a large number of orders and commitments of several operators accross all major manufacturers. ILFC orders 50 more Airbus A320neo Family aircraft Industry leading aircraft lessor, ILFC, has signed a firm contract for the purchase of 50 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft. ILFC was…
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Lufthansa orders additional A380s and A320neo
Airbus announced today that German flag carrier Lufthansa has placed an additional order for 100 A320 Family aircraft (35 A320neo, 35 A321neo and 30 A320ceo with Sharklets) and two A380s. The engine choices will be announced by the airline at a later date. This latest acquisition reconfirms the Lufthansa Group as Airbus’ largest airline customer,…
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Delivery of 100th Airbus A380
Today, Airbus reached another exciting milestone with delivery of the 100th Airbus A380! This 100th A380 (9M-MNF) will be operated by Malaysia Airlines. The plane wears a special “100th A380” marker on the forward fuselage to celebrate this achievement. To date, the Airbus A380 is operated by 9 airlines. Emirates (31 planes), Singapore Airlines (19…
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Cathay Pacific Orders More Boeing 747-8F
Boeing announced that Cathay Pacific ordered three more Boeing 747-8 Freighters. The order, valued at approximately $1 billion at list prices, also includes options for five additional 777 Freighters. The new additions will bolster Cathay Pacific’s 747-8 Freighter fleet to 13 airplanes. “The 747-8 Freighter has provided our revamped cargo fleet with efficient fuel savings…
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Air India Receives First Boeing 787
Boeing today delivered the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner for Air India (VT-ANI). Air India is the fifth airline in the world to take delivery of a Boeing 787. This delivery is the first of 27 Dreamliners for Air India. The airplane is equipped with 18 business class seats and 238 economy class seats. The 787…
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Delivery – First Boeing 787 for LAN
Boeing and LAN Airlines, one of Latin America’s leading passenger and cargo carriers, celebrated the delivery of the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner to LAN making it the first airline in the Americas to receive the new airplane. LAN is only the fourth customer in the world to include the Boeing 787 in its fleet with…
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United Orders 737 MAX – Marking 10000th 737 Order
At Farnborough Airshow, Boeing announced today an order by United Airlines for 150 737 airplanes, including 100 of the new 737 MAX 9. United, the world’s largest airline by traffic, is the latest carrier to choose the newest member of the 737 family, which today eclipsed 10,000 orders overall. The deal also includes 50 Next…
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Cathay Pacific selects Airbus A350-1000
Cathay Pacific Airways today announced that it intends to add the Airbus A350-1000 to its future A350 XWB fleet, with an agreement to place a new order for 10 aircraft. In addition, the Hong Kong-based airline will convert 16 of its existing orders for the A350-900 to the larger A350-1000. The acquisition of the A350-1000,…
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First A380 for Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A380, becoming the eighth operator of the world’s largest and most eco-efficient airliner. Malaysia Airlines has ordered six A380s. Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines, the aircraft feature a premium three class layout, with accommodation for a total of 494 passengers. Features include fully flat beds…
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Photos – Air Asia’s 100th Airbus A320
Air Asia marked another milestone on the way to becoming the largest Airbus A320 operator worldwide by accepting its 100th aircraft. The carrier’s latest A320 carries the wording: “Thank you Louis Gallois” on its main passenger door, saluting the former Airbus CEO – who will complete his current role as the CEO of parent company…
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First 747-8 Intercontinental Delivered
Boeing today delivered the first 747-8 Intercontinental to Lufthansa. “Lufthansa and Boeing have a long and proud history of working together to bring new innovations to the airline industry,” said Jim Albaugh, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We are grateful for Lufthansa’s inspiration and leadership in helping us design a new Queen of…
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Lockheed Martin Delivers 4500th F-16
Lockheed Martin celebrated the 4,500th F-16 Fighting Falcon delivery with a ceremony for employees, customers, former executives and elected officials. The F-16 is recognized as the world’s most successful modern-day fighter. Since the F-16’s first production orders in 1975, it has been produced in partnership with five countries and has been selected as the front-line…
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First Boeing 787 for Japan Airlines (JAL)
Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first two Boeing 787 Dreamliners. JAL is the first airline to take delivery of a 787 powered by General Electric GEnx engines. “JAL will be the first airline to start new routes that have never been flown before by taking full advantage of the…
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Southwest Unveils First Boeing 737-800 (Video)
Today, Southwest Airlines held a big party in Dallas to celebrate the unveiling of their first ever Next-Generation 737-800. As first airplane in their fleet, this new Boeing jet, named Warrior One, also features the Boeing Sky Interior. The Boeing Sky Interior offers a quieter, more comfortable environment for Customers with taller ceilings and more…
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Delivery of First Korean Air 747-8F and 777F
Boeing celebrated the delivery of Korean Air’s first Boeing 747-8F together with the airline’s first Boeing 777 Freighter. With this delivery, Korean Air becomes the first airline to operate both the 747-8 and 777 Freighters. “We are very proud to become the first airline in the world to have the combined strengths of these two…
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Cebu Pacific Selects Airbus A330
Cebu Pacific, the largest low cost carrier from the Philippines, is set to become a new Airbus A330 operator. The airline has selected the aircraft for its new long haul services, which will begin in the third quarter of 2013. The carrier plans to acquire up to eight leased Airbus A330-300 aircraft. The long range…
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First 747-8 Freighter for AirBridgeCargo
Boeing delivered the first Boeing 747-8 Freighter for AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC), part of Volga-Dnepr Group. This 747-8F (VQ-BLQ) is the first of five new planes for the airline. AirBridge Cargo also has options for additional five airplanes. “The introduction of the Boeing 747-8F represents a huge commitment to our customers since we are investing in…
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Norwegian Selects A320neo And 737 MAX
Norwegian, one of the largest low-cost airlines in Europe, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 100 A320neo aircraft. The agreement makes Norwegian the latest customer for the A320neo and also a new customer for Airbus. The new aircraft will support Norwegian’s growth and modernisation strategy. Norwegian (the brand name of Norwegian…
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Delivery of 5000th Airbus A320 Built
Airbus delivered the 5000th A320 built to Lebanon’s national carrier, Middle East Airlines (MEA). The aircraft was delivered from Airbus in Hamburg, Germany and is powered by International Aero Engines V2500 engines. MSN5000 marks a significant milestone for Airbus and the A320 Family going into 2012, as production rises from 38 to 40 per month…
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Air France KLM Orders 25 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Boeing announced that Air France-KLM have ordered 25 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, with options. “By making the 787 a key part of its fleet renewal, Air France-KLM strengthens its position as a worldwide leader,” said Jim Albaugh, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “Reaction to the Dreamliner’s entry into service has been phenomenal and we…
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7000th Boeing 737 Delivered
The 7000th Boeing 737 built was delivered yesterday to Dubai-based flydubai. This Next-Generation 737-800 has been equipped with the new Boeing Sky Interior. “It is incredible to be delivering our 7,000th 737. We thank flydubai and all our customers who have made the 737 the world’s most popular jet airliner,” said Beverly Wyse, vice president…