Workflow
Commercial Airplanes
icon
Search documents
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Fleet Eclipses 1 Billion Passengers
Prnewswire· 2025-04-30 09:00
Core Insights - The Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet has surpassed 1 billion passengers in less than 14 years since entering service, marking a record for widebody commercial airplanes [1][2][3] Company Performance - The global 787 fleet consists of over 1,175 airplanes that have completed nearly 5 million flights, accumulating more than 30 million flight hours [1][9] - The 787 family has received over 2,000 orders from 89 customers, making it the bestselling passenger widebody aircraft [9] Operational Efficiency - The 787 Dreamliner is 25% more fuel efficient than the airplanes it replaces, attributed to advanced engines, lightweight composite materials, efficient systems, and modern aerodynamics [7] - Each 787 aircraft averages over 12 hours of flight time per day, indicating strong global demand and reliability [9] Market Reach - The Dreamliner fleet operates in over 85 countries and serves more than 520 airports, including 425 new nonstop routes to previously unserved destinations [9] - Daily operations include approximately 2,100 flights, transporting over 480,000 passengers each day, equating to about 14.5 million passengers monthly [9] Milestone Recognition - Boeing has released a video to commemorate the achievement and is encouraging stakeholders to share their experiences on social media using the hashtag Dreamliner [4][5]
BOC Aviation Orders 50 Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Support Global Airlines
Prnewswire· 2025-03-31 00:56
Core Insights - Boeing and BOC Aviation have announced a firm order for 50 737-8 jets, expanding BOC Aviation's 737 MAX portfolio to 215 aircraft [1][2] - BOC Aviation's CEO stated that this order represents the largest Boeing order book position in the company's history, with commitments to purchase over 140 737 MAX aircraft [2] - The demand for single-aisle jets is projected to account for 75% of global deliveries over the next 20 years, prompting lessors to build their order books to support airlines' fleet growth and replace older jets [2] Company Insights - BOC Aviation will increase its Boeing order book to 139 unfilled orders and currently has 69 737 MAX airplanes on operating leases to over 15 airlines worldwide [5] - The 737-8 is highlighted for its versatility and operational savings due to lower fuel consumption, making it a preferred choice for airlines [3] - Boeing is recognized as a leading global aerospace company and a top U.S. exporter, committed to innovation and sustainability [4]