Thai Airways has reportedly ordered 45 Dreamliner aircraft from Boeing. (Photo: AFP/VNA) “ThaiAirways selected the 787-9 to support its long-term strategy to renew andexpand its fleet with more efficient jets, as well as open new routes tosupport high demand for air travel across Southeast Asia,” Boeing said in astatement.
ThaiAirways chief executive Chai Eamsiri said the planes will be equipped with thelatest fuel-efficient engines to help the carrier cut its carbon emissions.
Boeing did not reveal the deal’svalue. At list prices, the order may be worth 13.16 billion USD, but customersusually get a discount when making bulk aircraft orders.
TheDreamliner family of aircraft reduces fuel use and emissions by up to 25% comparedwith the airplanes it replaces, according to Boeing./.
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