Eva Air finalizes order for five Boeing 777 Freighters
Orders represent the first Boeing 777 Freighters to join Eva Air’s fleet, and the first to be delivered to a Taiwanese airline
Boeing and Eva Air have finalized an order for five 777 Freighters. The order, valued at more than USD 1.5 billion at list prices, will represent the first 777 Freighters to join Eva Air’s fleet, and the first to be delivered to a Taiwanese airline.
“Airfreight is an important link in global trade,” Eva Air Chairman K.W. Chang says. “We are investing in the most advanced aircraft and committing ourselves to continuing to ensure efficient, reliable service. Quality service and flight safety are our top priorities at EVA and we apply the same high standards to cargo services. We are determined to make EVA the world’s best airline for both passenger and cargo services.” The Taiwanese airline plans to use the new freighters to bolster its fleet on trans-Pacific and Asian routes in an effort to meet growing demand in the air cargo market.
EVA Air currently operates more than 35 Boeing airplanes, including 20 777-300ERs. With 13 additional 777-300ERs on order – both direct purchased and leased – EVA will become one of the largest 777 operators in the world. The carrier plans to grow its operational twin-aisle fleet to more than 60 airplanes by the end of 2025.
The 777 Freighter is the world’s largest and longest range twin-engine freighter, capable of flying 4,900 nautical miles (9,070 kilometers) with a full payload at general cargo market densities. The airplane’s range capability translates into significant savings for cargo operators: fewer stops and associated landing fees, less congestion at transfer hubs, lower cargo handling costs and shorter cargo delivery times.
Source: oevz.com