Qatar Airways Announces Order for 20 More Boeing 777-9 Passenger Jets
Qatar Airways has expanded its Boeing 777X order book by placing an order for 20 additional 777-9 passenger jets, bringing its total 777X orders to nearly 100 airplanes. The airline now has 60 777-9 passenger airplanes and 34 777-8 Freighters on order. The 777-9, part of the 777X program, is designed to be the world's largest and most fuel-efficient twin-engine jet, with a capacity for 426 passengers in a typical two-class configuration and a range of 7,295 nautical miles. Boeing has begun certification flight testing for the 777-9, which promises enhanced passenger comfort with a spacious cabin, better humidity, and increased natural light.
Qatar Airways ha ampliato il suo ordine per il Boeing 777X effettuando un ordine per ulteriori 20 aerei passeggeri 777-9, portando il totale degli ordini 777X a quasi 100 aeromobili. La compagnia aerea ha ora 60 aerei passeggeri 777-9 e 34 cargo 777-8 ordinati. Il 777-9, parte del programma 777X, è progettato per essere il già aereo a doppio motore più grande e più efficiente dal punto di vista dei consumi al mondo, con una capacità di 426 passeggeri in una tipica configurazione a due classi e un'autonomia di 7.295 miglia nautiche. Boeing ha iniziato i test di volo per la certificazione del 777-9, che promette un comfort passeggeri migliorato grazie a una cabina spaziosa, migliore umidità e maggiore luce naturale.
Qatar Airways ha ampliado su libro de pedidos del Boeing 777X al realizar un pedido de 20 aviones de pasajeros 777-9 adicionales, lo que lleva su total de pedidos 777X a casi 100 aviones. La aerolínea ahora tiene 60 aviones de pasajeros 777-9 y 34 cargueros 777-8 en pedido. El 777-9, parte del programa 777X, está diseñado para ser el avión de doble motor más grande y eficiente en combustible del mundo, con una capacidad para 426 pasajeros en una configuración típica de dos clases y un alcance de 7,295 millas náuticas. Boeing ha comenzado las pruebas de vuelo para la certificación del 777-9, que promete un mayor confort para los pasajeros con una cabina espaciosa, mejor humedad y mayor luz natural.
카타르 항공이 20대의 추가 777-9 여객기를 주문하며 보잉 777X 주문서를 확대했습니다. 이제 카타르 항공의 총 777X 주문 수는 거의 100대에 이릅니다. 항공사는 현재 60대의 777-9 여객기와 34대의 777-8 화물기를 주문했습니다. 777-9는 777X 프로그램의 일환으로, 세계에서 가장 크고 연료 효율이 높은 쌍발 제트기로 설계되었으며, 일반적인 2등급 구성에서 426명의 승객을 수용할 수 있고 7,295 해리의 비행 거리를 자랑합니다. 보잉은 777-9의 인증 비행 시험을 시작했으며, 이는 더 넓은 객실, 더 나은 습도, 그리고 자연광 증가로 승객의 편안함을 향상시킬 것으로 약속합니다.
Qatar Airways a élargi son carnet de commandes pour le Boeing 777X en commandant 20 jets passagers 777-9 supplémentaires, portant le total des commandes 777X à près de 100 avions. La compagnie aérienne dispose désormais de 60 avions passagers 777-9 et 34 freighters 777-8 en commande. Le 777-9, fait partie du programme 777X, est conçu pour être le plus grand et le plus économe en carburant des jets à deux moteurs au monde, avec une capacité de 426 passagers dans une configuration typique à deux classes et une portée de 7 295 milles nautiques. Boeing a commencé les tests de vol de certification pour le 777-9, qui promet un confort accru pour les passagers grâce à une cabine spacieuse, une meilleure humidité et plus de lumière naturelle.
Qatar Airways hat ihre Bestellungen für den Boeing 777X erweitert und eine Bestellung über 20 zusätzliche 777-9 Passagierflugzeuge aufgegeben, wodurch sich die Gesamtzahl der 777X-Bestellungen auf fast 100 Flugzeuge erhöht. Die Fluggesellschaft hat nun 60 Passagierflugzeuge 777-9 und 34 777-8 Frachter bestellt. Der 777-9, Teil des 777X-Programms, ist so konzipiert, dass er das größte und kraftstoffeffizienteste zweimotorige Flugzeug der Welt ist, mit einer Kapazität für 426 Passagiere in einer typischen Zwei-Klassen-Konfiguration und einer Reichweite von 7.295 Seemeilen. Boeing hat mit den Zertifizierungsflugtests für den 777-9 begonnen, der ein verbessertes Komforterlebnis für Passagiere mit einem geräumigen Kabinendesign, besserer Luftfeuchtigkeit und mehr natürlichem Licht verspricht.
- Qatar Airways expands 777X order book to nearly 100 airplanes
- Order includes 60 777-9 passenger airplanes and 34 777-8 Freighters
- 777-9 offers capacity for 426 passengers and 7,295 nautical mile range
- Certification flight testing for 777-9 has begun
- Boeing's 2024 Commercial Market Outlook forecasts strong demand for widebody jets in the Middle East
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Strategic Expansion: Qatar Airways' order for an additional 20 Boeing 777-9 aircraft signals a significant strategic move to bolster its fleet with fuel-efficient, long-haul jets. This move aligns with the airline's growth strategy and reflects confidence in market recovery and future demand for international travel. Given the 777-9's advanced technology and efficiency, this order can reduce operational costs while increasing capacity for lucrative long-haul routes. Investors should consider that such large orders often come with significant discounts, potentially enhancing the airline's cost-efficiency. For Boeing, this order adds to its backlog, providing revenue visibility and possibly leading to positive sentiment around its stock.
Market Positioning: This order reinforces Qatar Airways' position as a premier global airline, showcasing its commitment to operating a modern and efficient fleet. It's a clear signal of the airline's ambition to capture a larger market share in the post-pandemic travel rebound. For Boeing, securing repeat orders from a high-profile client like Qatar Airways strengthens its market position against competitors like Airbus. The 777-9's strong performance in terms of fuel efficiency and passenger capacity could attract more orders from other airlines looking to modernize their fleets, thereby boosting Boeing's market share in the widebody segment.
Technological Advancements: The Boeing 777-9 incorporates advanced technologies from the 787 Dreamliner, including improved aerodynamics, composite materials and state-of-the-art engines. These features make it one of the most efficient aircraft in its class, offering airlines significant fuel savings and reduced emissions. This technological edge is important as airlines face increasing pressure to meet environmental regulations and reduce their carbon footprint. The continued investment in next-gen aircraft by leading airlines like Qatar Airways underscores the industry shift towards more sustainable operations, potentially influencing regulatory standards and industry practices globally.
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The award-winning airline helped launch the 777X program and now has on order 60 777-9 passenger airplanes. Qatar Airways is also the inaugural launch customer for the 777-8 Freighter and has 34 of the next generation cargo jet on order.
"Qatar Airways is proud to announce an expansion to the existing Boeing 777X aircraft order with an additional 20, totalling 94 Boeing 777X aircraft," said Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer. "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."
Based on the popular Boeing 777 family and with advanced technologies from the 787 Dreamliner, the 777X program is designed to set new standards of efficiency, environmental performance and passenger experience. The 777-9 is the largest in the family and will help operators open new growth opportunities with capacity for 426 passengers in a typical two-class configuration and a range of 7,295 nautical miles (13,510 km).
Earlier this month, Boeing began certification flight testing for the 777-9, which will offer a new level of passenger comfort with a spacious cabin, better humidity, a quiet environment and increased natural light.
"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," said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "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."
In addition to the 777X family, Qatar Airways has 12 787 Dreamliner and 25 737 MAX aircraft on order.
Boeing's 2024 Commercial Market Outlook forecasts that twin-aisle jets such as its 777X and 787 Dreamliner will make up
About Qatar Airways
A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways won the 'World's Best Airline' for the unprecedented eighth time at the 2024 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. Qatar Airways has been the World's Best Airline in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2024. The airline continues to be synonymous with excellence, also taking home, 'World's Best Business Class', 'World's Best Business Class Airline Lounge', and 'Best Airline in the
Qatar Airways was the first Airline in the
Qatar Airways currently flies to over 170 destinations worldwide, connecting through its
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