EL AL Israel Airlines finalizes deal for 31 aircraft
EL AL Israel Airlines finalizes deal for 31 aircraft
Dark/Light Mode (08/15/24) EL AL Israel Airlines has finalized a deal for up to 31 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, supporting the airline's plans to renew its 737 fleet.
EL AL's 737 MAX order follows its purchase earlier this year of three additional 787-9 aircraft with options for six more as the flag carrier further expands its 787 Dreamliner fleet.
The airline will take delivery of one new 787-9 this year and plans to take delivery of two more new 787-9s on lease in the coming years.
B787-8 of EL AL Israel Airlines, registration 4X-ERA. Photo by Steven Howard of TravelNewsAsia.com
“This is an important milestone for EL AL, which will enable us to offer our customers the most advanced technology and service experience in the industry,” said Dina Ben-Tal Ganancia, CEO of EL AL Israel Airlines. “The implementation of the long-term procurement plan, which began with the purchase of additional 787 Dreamliners earlier this year and culminates with the current agreement, once again demonstrates our commitment to the Israeli public and the state. EL AL has a central role in ensuring open skies for Israel. The implementation of our strategic plan, which aims to expand the fleet, increase the value proposition for customers, and increase capacity and seats, will ensure a strong and growing company for many years to come.”
The 737 MAX will help the airline reduce fuel consumption and emissions by 20% compared with the aircraft it will replace. It also has a 50% lower noise footprint.
“We are honored that EL AL has chosen Boeing airplanes to power its past, present and future as we continue to build on seven decades of partnership,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We know EL AL depends on the versatility and reliability of Boeing airplanes, and we look forward to delivering the 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner airplanes that will transform and grow the airline for decades to come.”
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