Korean Air places orders for both 777-9 and 787-10 aircraft

Korean Air has placed a total of 40 firm orders with Boeing on July 22, 2024. ""The addition of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 aircraft marks a significant milestone in our strategic objective to expand and upgrade our fleet,"" said Walter Cho, chairman and CEO of Korean Air. ""These new airplanes will elevate passenger comfort and enhance operational efficiency, while significantly reducing carbon emissions, supporting our long-term commitment to sustainable aviation."" The deal comprises of 20 firm orders for the 777-9 and a further 20 firm for the 787-10 with options for 10 more. ""We are honoured Korean Air has selected our largest, most efficient widebody airplanes to add capacity to its global network,"" said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. ""Boeing airplanes have played an integral role with Korean Air over the past 50 years, and the 777X and 787 Dreamliner will continue to support the airline's long-term goals for sustainability and continued growth."" Deliveries are expected to commence from 2028 onwards.