In a break from the past, flydubai, the 2008-incorporated airline that is the smaller-gauge carrier for Dubai (Emirates handles widebodies), yesterday placed a large order for up to 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft.
flydubai signs up for 737 MAX aircraft
Boeing and flydubai announced today that the airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for its fourth 737 MAX purchase. The agreement for 75 orders and 75 options will enable flydubai to modernise its fleet and further expand its growing network.
The Dubai-based carrier said the 737 MAX’s fuel efficiency, range and reliability have enabled its network expansion, which now spans over 135 destinations, including new routes to Lasi, Nairobi, Riga, Latvia, among other cities.
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, signed the MoU agreement with Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, at the signing ceremony which was attended by Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, at the Dubai Airshow 2025.
Boeing and Flydubai sign on for up to 150 737 MAX aircraft
The new deal allows flydubai to take advantage of the 737 MAX family’s flexibility and commonality, while leveraging the unique size and range of the 737-8, 737-9, and 737-10 models to suit its growing business.
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, said on the signing,
We are pleased to announce a new aircraft order agreement with Boeing. Looking ahead, proactive fleet planning is essential to ensuring we are well-placed to meet the rising demand for travel, a demand we are confident will continue to grow. Anticipating future needs is a defining factor in the success of any airline and today’s announcement reflects our commitment to that principle.
We are proud to place another 737 MAX order with Boeing, a trusted partner that has played a key role in growing our network to its current scale. Reliable aircraft availability and timely deliveries are vital to the ongoing growth of our industry, and this agreement ensures we remain well-positioned for future growth, adding to the fleet as well as replacing current aircraft. I want to thank our team for their dedication and hard work. Their efforts, combined with Dubai’s ambitious vision for the years ahead, fuel our optimism and enthusiasm for what lies ahead, including playing a key role Dubai World Central’s expansion plans.
flydubai currently operates 96 Boeing 737 airplanes. The new agreement, when finalised, would add to the outstanding 737 MAX orders from prior purchases.
Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said,
flydubai is one of the world’s first 737 MAX operators and their plan to place yet another order – their fourth order to date – reflects the 737 MAX’s market-leading value and versatility. We are proud that Boeing airplanes will continue to serve as the backbone of flydubai’s strategic fleet and growth plans.
Bottomline
flydubai, the narrow-body operator of Dubai, has placed an order with Boeing for up to 150 Boeing MAX aircraft, which the airline hopes will power its expansion from DWC (Dubai World Central) airport. The order is at the MoU stage and will be crystallised in the coming days. This adds to the 150 aircraft deal signed with Airbus yesterday.
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