Dubai Airshow: Etihad to become worlds largest Dreamliner operator

The UAE national carrier announced orders for 30 787-10s, the newest and largest member of the 787 Dreamliner family. When today’s order is combined with the carrier’s previous order for 41 787-9s, Etihad Airways becomes the world’s largest airline customer for the Dreamliner family with a total of 71 787s on order. The order includes options and purchase rights for an additional 12 787-10s.
Today’s announcement also marks the 1,000th order for the 787 Dreamliner family since its launch in 2004. The 787 has reached this milestone faster than any other twin-aisle airplane in aviation history.

Etihad also became the launch customer for the Boeing 787X with an order for eight aircraft. It also signed for 17 B777-9Xs - the total 56 widebody airplanes commitment plus options and purchase rights for 26 additional airplanes is valued at a total of $25.2 billion at list prices.
Etihad’s order also includes one additional 777 Freighter for its cargo fleet, with options for an additional two additional 777 Freighters.
“Boeing has been a long-term strategic partner for Etihad throughout that journey, playing an integral role in our growth, said Etihad Airways president and CEO James Hogan. “I am delighted we are extending our relationship, bringing industry-leading aircraft into our modern fleet.”