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is in addition to its existing order of 40 Boeing 777-9 commercial aircraft,
bringing the total to 94 commercial and cargo of Boeing 777X aircraft. The
announcement also includes a commitment for 40 additional GE9X engines and
spare engines, as well as a long-term services agreement.
On
the first day of Farnborough Airshow 2024, Qatar Airways showcased Qsuite Next
Gen, the latest version of the World’s Best Business Class, which will be
featured on the 20 additional order of the Boeing 777-9 aircraft, amongst other
aircraft. The highly-anticipated Qsuite Next Gen includes updated features such
as movable monitors with Bluetooth connectivity, companion suits with window
views, larger lie-flat and double beds, lockable drawers, touchscreen Passenger
Control Unit and more.
Qatar
Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “Qatar
Airways is proud to announce an expansion to the existing Boeing 777X aircraft
order with an additional 20, totalling 94 Boeing 777X aircraft. 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.”
Boeing
Commercial Airplanes President and CEO, Stephanie Pope, said: “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. 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.”
GE
Aerospace President and CEO, Commercial Engines and Services, Russell Stokes,
said: “We are pleased to extend our partnership with Qatar Airways to
support the airline’s commitment to an excellent customer experience and
best-in-class efficiency. The GE9X is the world’s most powerful and most
fuel-efficient turbofan and we look forward to continuing to support the growth
of the Qatar Airways family with this technology.”
Qatar
Airways continues to lead the industry with one of the youngest fleets and this
latest addition to the Boeing 777X order ensures future passengers a seamless
journey on our ever-growing network of over 170 destinations worldwide.
Image
Credit: © Qatar Airways
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