The Biden Administration called Boeing's sell of over 200 airplanes to Air India an ‘historic agreement’.
, including 737-8s and 737-10s, with options for 50 more jets to serve the carrier's domestic and international network.
Even after significant expected discounts, the order is expected to be worth tens of billions of dollars at a volatile time for planemakers whoseBoeing’s 737 MAX airplane arriving in Iceland on its way to the Farnborough International Airshow.Air India will also expand its international routes by purchasing 20 787-9 Dreamliners, with options for 20 more jets, while becoming the newest 777X customer through the purchase of 10 777-9s.
"Air India is well positioned to achieve its expansion plans and become a world-class global airline with an Indian heart," he added. Wilson is working to revive Air India's reputation as a world-class airline and shake off its image as a tardy, run-down operation with an ageing fleet and poor service.
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