Dubai-based Emirates Airline has placed a major order for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, strengthening its position as the world’s largest operator of wide-body jets.
The 777-9, Boeing’s flagship twin-engine aircraft, is expected to enter service in 2026 © Boeing
Dubai-based Emirates Airline has placed a major order for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, strengthening its position as the world’s largest operator of wide-body jets.
The agreement, announced Monday at the Dubai Airshow 2025, is valued at $38 billion, according to Emirates, though industry analysts note that airlines often secure significant discounts on bulk purchases.
The new order expands Emirates’ commitment to Boeing’s next-generation long-haul aircraft, bringing its total order for the 777X family to over 200 units. The airline’s investment underscores its confidence in long-term passenger demand and the future of ultra-long-haul travel.
Emirates and Boeing have also agreed to conduct a feasibility study for an even larger version of the 777, signaling potential plans to push the limits of commercial jet capacity and efficiency.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, said the new order “reaffirms Emirates’ strategy of operating a modern, fuel-efficient fleet capable of connecting the world through our Dubai hub.”
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun welcomed the deal, calling it “a strong endorsement of the 777X program and a testament to Emirates’ trust in Boeing’s wide-body leadership.”
The 777-9, Boeing’s flagship twin-engine aircraft, is expected to enter service in 2026. It offers increased range, reduced fuel consumption, and advanced passenger comfort features designed to meet the evolving needs of international travel.
This record-breaking order further cements Dubai’s status as a global aviation powerhouse, with Emirates continuing to lead fleet modernization and growth across the international air transport industry.
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