Mexican airliner Aeromexico has placed an order worth $1.46bn with Boeing for the purchase of six mid-size 787-9 Dreamliners, with an option for four additional aeroplanes.
The latest order is a part of the airline’s commitment announced on 25 July to purchase 100 single and twin-aisle aircraft from Boeing.
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Aeromexico chief executive officer Andres Conesa said that the acquisition of these Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, part of the 100 aircraft announced earlier this year represented a fundamental step that strengthens the position of Grupo Aeromexico.
The aeroplanes are expected to be delivered in summer 2013 and Aeromexico plans to use the new 787s to replace the ageing aircraft on its European, Asian and South American routes
With the latest order, the carrier will have 19 Boeing 787 Dreamliners in its fleet.
Made of lightweight composite materials instead of aluminium in the fuselage and wings, the 787 features improved aerodynamics and advanced engine technology.
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By GlobalDataBoeing Commercial Airplanes Latin America, Africa, and Caribbean Sales vice president Van Rex Gallard said: "These additional 787s will help Mexico’s largest airline expand its international presence with a stellar product for its valued customers."
To date, Boeing has received more than 800 orders for the Dreamliner from 58 customers worldwide.
Aeromexico, a subsidiary of Grupo Aeromexico, operates an all-Boeing fleet of airplanes, which have a seating capacity for more than 100 passengers.
From its main hub outside the Mexico City International Airport, Grupo Aeromexico operates more than 600 daily flights to cities in Mexico, the US, Canada, central and South America, as well as to Europe and Asia.
Image: Aeromexico plans to deploy the new 787s on European, Asian and South American routes. Photo: courtesy of Boeing.
