Boeing finalises 777 order with GECAS
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Boeing and GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) have finalised an order for 10 B777-300ER (extended range) aircraft. The order is worth approximately US$2.8 billion at list prices. The aircraft leasing company said the new B777-300ERs would help it meet growing airline demand for long-haul passenger planes.
“This order adds to our existing portfolio of 777 aircraft,” said Norman CT Liu, GECAS president and CEO. “A key part of our strategy is to expand our long-haul product offerings to satisfy customer demand.”
The twin-engined B777-300ER carries 365 passengers up to 14,685km.
“The Boeing 777-300ER has generated extraordinary market preference and global popularity, endorsed by industry leaders such as GECAS,” said Marlin Dailey, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “GECAS has played an important role in the success of the 777, giving Boeing valuable feedback about the airplane’s performance and economics and demonstrating support for the 777’s value proposition over the years. Today’s order again underscores GECAS’s confidence in the 777.”
With today’s announcement, GECAS has ordered 53 777s, including 41 777-300ERs.
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