Wed, Dec 24, 2003
Finalizes Order for Nine 777-200ERs.... And A Partridge In A
Pear Tree
Boeing has confirmed
that Korean Air Lines has signed a definitive agreement to purchase
nine Boeing 777-200ER (Extended Range) jetliners. This order is
worth approximately $1.5 billion.
This agreement brings Boeing Commercial Airplanes' 2003 order
total to 234 airplanes and doubles KAL's existing fleet of
777-200ER airplanes. Delivery of the airplanes, to be powered by
Pratt & Whitney PW4090 engines, will begin in 2005. "Korean
Air's decision to enhance its fleet with the 777-200ER demonstrates
the airline's foresight and leadership in the aviation industry,"
said Larry Dickenson, senior vice president -- Sales, Boeing
Commercial Airplanes. "The world economy is gaining momentum and,
as the travel industry rebounds, passengers want to fly to their
destinations in the shortest time and with utmost comfort. With the
777-200ER, Korean Air will provide these amenities to its
passengers, while reducing operating costs."
The 777-200ER seats up to 301 passengers in a spacious
three-class configuration and can fly non-stop from Seoul to the
Americas and Europe, as well as throughout Asia. In addition, the
777 family is the most technologically advanced airplane in the
industry with unmatched economics. Korean Air has operated 777s
since 1997. In addition to the nine 777-200ERs it already has, the
airline operates four 777-300s. Next year, Korean Air will use 777s
to inaugurate new nonstop service from Seoul to Seattle.
Korean Air -- a member of the SkyTeam Airline Alliance -- flies
to 84 cities in 29 countries. With a fleet of 119 airplanes -- 100
passengers and 19 freighters -- Korean Air is one Asia's largest
airlines.
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