The embattled US aviation giant swooped for a bumper deal with Korean Air, inking a firm order for 20 777-9 wide-body jets ― which has yet to be certified ― and 20 787-10 Dreamliners.
FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom ― Boeing announced on Monday a raft of orders on the first day of Britain's Farnborough Airshow, shrugging off safety and production woes as the industry struggles to keep up with demand.The purchase, including an option for 10 extra 787 aircraft, is worth more than $15 billion at catalog prices ― although big discounts are usually applied to vast orders.
Airbus, meanwhile, revealed that the national flag carrier of Bhutan has signed a memorandum of understanding for three A320neo and two A321XLR aircraft.In total, some 75,000 visitors and 1,200 exhibitors are expected to flock to the five-day event southwest of London at an airport that is usually used by private jets.This year's event, which features eye-catching displays, including from Britain's Red Arrows, was addressed earlier Monday by newly elected UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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