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Etihad Placed the World’s Largest Aircraft Order
DUBAI - Etihad, the Abu Dhabi-based airline has placed the world’s largest aircraft order worth $43 billion at list prices. The deal, for up to 205 wide-body and narrow-body planes comprises 100 firm orders, 55 options and 50 purchase rights in a combination of Boeing and Airbus aircraft. Etihad Airways’ Chairman Dr Shaikh Ahmed bin Saif Al Nahyan and CEO James Hogan announced the orders on the first day of the Farnborough International Airshow in the UK.
The new aircraft are scheduled for delivery between 2011 and 2020, and when delivered will give the national airline of the United Arab Emirates a fleet of more than 150 aircraft.
James Hogan said: “This is a momentous day for Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi, and represents one of the largest aircraft orders in commercial aviation history. It reflects the strength and pace of economic growth in the Emirate and the integral role Etihad will play in Abu Dhabi’s future.
A key selection criterion in the deal was the environmental performance of the aircraft. Hogan added: “The new generation aircraft we have ordered from both Boeing and Airbus are among the most fuel efficient and will help maintain Etihad’s fleet as one of the youngest and greenest in the sky.”
“This aircraft order is another major step forward in our journey and will enable us to continue our exciting expansion plans by adding new destinations to our growing global network and fulfil our aspirations of bringing Abu Dhabi to the world,” said Hogan.
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