Boeing has secured significant orders for its 787 Dreamliner and 777 aircraft, announced on Monday. The company reported that Japan Airlines and Korean Air have placed orders for up to 80 double-aisle planes, signaling Boeing’s robust response to recent competition from Airbus. This announcement coincides with the opening day of the Farnborough International Airshow.
Japan Airlines will be acquiring 10 Dreamliner jets, with an option for 10 additional units. Meanwhile, Korean Air has committed to ordering 20 of the 777-9 models and 20 787-10 planes, also with the option for 10 more 787-10s.
“We value our long-standing partnership with Japan Airlines and are pleased that they have re-selected the 787 Dreamliner as they continue to modernize their world-class fleet,” stated Brad McMullen, Boeing’s head of sales operations.
This announcement comes after Airbus made inroads with both airlines, securing orders for A321neo jets from Japan Airlines and wide-body jets from Korean Air, which traditionally relies on Boeing aircraft. The previous orders from Airbus had raised concerns for Boeing, particularly as they were made during a challenging period for the company related to the 737 Max.
Stephanie Pope, head of Boeing’s commercial airplanes division, expressed gratitude for Korean Air’s selection of Boeing’s 777X and 787 Dreamliner, emphasizing their role in supporting the airline’s sustainability and growth objectives over the last 50 years.