Turkish Airlines finalises Boeing MAX order covering 150 jets
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Turkish Airlines has finalised an agreement with Boeing for up to 150 737 MAX aircraft, securing 100 firm 737-8 orders and options for 50 more jets in its largest single-aisle purchase from the US manufacturer. The agreement, announced on Wednesday, concludes negotiations that began in 2025 and gives the carrier substitution rights allowing some of the additional…
Turkish Airlines has finalized an agreement with Boeing for up to 150 737 MAX aircraft, marking its largest single-aisle purchase from the US manufacturer. The deal, announced on Wednesday, includes 100 firm orders for the 737-8 variant and 50 options for the larger 737-10 model, providing substitution rights. Announced in the presence of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the agreement was concluded after months of negotiations that addressed engine maintenance terms and pricing concerns with CFM International, the joint venture supplying LEAP-1B engines for the MAX family.
Turkish Airlines chairman Murat Şeker highlighted that the new aircraft would enhance operational efficiency and flexibility while supporting the airline's network from its Istanbul hub. The order aims to bolster short- and medium-haul capacity as the carrier expands its fleet and route system. Boeing Commercial Airplanes president Stephanie Pope emphasized that the agreement strengthens their long-standing partnership and supports the airline's network growth.
The 737 MAX family is known for its lower fuel use and emissions compared to the aircraft it replaces. This agreement follows Turkish Airlines' 2025 order for up to 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, forming a significant part of the airline's fleet expansion plan.
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