Two Saudi airlines have promised to purchase at least 78 Boeing 737 Dreamliners in deals valued at nearly $37 billion.
Riyadh Air, a new Saudi Arabian carrier, will launch with an all-Boeing fleet of 787-9 Dreamliners. The airline agreed to acquire 39 of the efficient aircraft with options for an additional 33, according to a March 14 press release from Boeing.
Boeing also announced on March 14 that Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), will add up at least 39 Dreamliners to its long-haul fleet, and has the option to acquire 10 more.
According to the press release, they plan to leverage the Boeing aircraft’s efficiency, range, and flexibility to sustainably develop its global business….