TAIPEI,
Taiwan, May 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Taipei-based EVA Air
today finalized an order for three 777-300ERs (Extended Range) airplanes. The
order also includes purchase rights for an additional four airplanes.
"The
777-300ER is the flagship of our long-haul fleet and will play an important
role in growing our global operations," said Chang Kuo-wei, president of
EVA Air. "The highly efficient, technologically advanced airplane will
enhance the premium flying experience for passengers and will also allow us to
open new destinations around the world."
The
Taiwan-based carrier is in the midst of growing its airplane fleet to increase
frequency to mainland China and new destinations in North Asia. The new
airplanes will help the airline position itself as the preferred premium
airline in Taiwan.
"We are
honored EVA Air has again chosen the 777-300ER to expand its long-haul
fleet," said Ray Conner, senior vice president of Sales and Customer
Support, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "EVA Air was a launch customer for
the 777-300ER in 2000 and today the airline is among the leading global
airlines operating out of Asia."
In addition
to the Boeing order for three 777-300ERs, EVA Air will also lease four
777-300ERs from GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS), adding a total of seven
new 777-300ER airplanes to its long-haul twin-aisle fleet. EVA Air currently
operates 15 777-300ERs
The Boeing 777 is the world's most successful
twin-engine, long-haul airplane. It is 19 percent lighter than its closest
competitor, produces 22 percent less carbon dioxide per seat and costs 20
percent less to operate per seat. The 777-300ER seats up to 365 passengers in a
three-class configuration and has a maximum range of 7,930 nautical miles
(14,685 km).
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