International Airways Group (IAG), British Airways’ parent company, has signed a deal with Boeing for up to of 42 Boeing 777X Airplanes. British Airways will use the new aircraft to modernize a major part of its long-haul fleet.

1. British Airways 777x Routes

The order includes including 18 orders and 24 options. The airline will receive the longer Boeing 777-9, who will debut next month as the largest and most efficient twin-engine passenger jet in the world. According to Boeing’s press release, the value of the order will be around $18.6 billion.

“The new 777-9 is the world’s most fuel-efficient longhaul aircraft and will bring many benefits to British Airways’ fleet. It’s the ideal replacement for the 747 and its size and range will be an excellent fit for the airline’s existing network,” said Willie Walsh, IAG chief executive. “This aircraft will provide further cost efficiencies and environmental benefits with fuel cost per seat improvements of 30 per cent compared to the 747. It also provides an enhanced passenger experience.”

British Airways has been modernizing its fleet – one of the largest in the airline industry – to more efficiently serve its extensive global route network. In recent years, the airline has introduced the super-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliner family to replace medium-sized widebody jets. The new 777-9 will replace British Airways’ larger widebody airplanes, mainly the four-engine 747 jumbo jet.

In ordering the 777-9, British Airways extends a long-running relationship with the popular 777 family. The airline is one of the largest 777 operators in the world with a fleet of nearly 60 of the long-range jet. The airline last year committed to four more 777-300ER (Extended Range) jets via operating lease.

Each seat has two 110V AC power port sockets, which accept UK or US plugs. British Airways is in the middle of introducing WiFi on all of their 777-200 aircraft. As of November 2018, 28 out of their 43 777-200s have WiFi. More information. Boeing Signs Deal for Up to 42 777X Airplanes with British Airways Boeing and International Airlines Group, the parent company of British Airways, announced February 28, 2019 the airline has committed to purchasing up to 42 777X airplanes, including 18 firm orders and 24 options. Boeing Signs Deal for Up to 42 777X Airplanes with British Airways. Boeing and International Airlines Group, the parent company of British Airways, announced February 28, 2019 the airline has committed to purchasing up to 42 777X airplanes, including 18 firm orders and 24 options. British Airways joins a group of leading carriers that have selected the new 777-9, which will.

“British Airways is one of the most iconic international carriers, now in its 100th year of connecting the world with its impressive route network. We are honored that British Airways has selected the 777X as part of its fleet for its next century,” said Kevin McAllister, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “Together with the 787 Dreamliner, we are excited for the 777X to help British Airways build on its incredible legacy. The 777-9, in particular, simply has no competitor in its class when it comes to efficiency and performance. It is the right-sized airplane for British Airways to efficiently serve long-range routes with heavy passenger demand.”

British Airways introduced the Boeing 777 in 1995 with the delivery of the first Boeing 777-200. Currently, the British airline already has 58 Boeing 777 in their fleet, who will be increased to 62 with 4 Boeing 777-300ER. With IAG’s new order included, the Boeing 777X has 358 orders and commitments from eight customers. Production of the 777X began in 2017, with first flight planned for this year and first delivery expected in 2020.

British Airways 777x Routes

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