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Boeing & Cathay Pacific Airways Finalise Contract For Six 777-300ERs
Seattle, USA: Cathay Pacific Airways has purchased six additional Boeing 777-300ERs. The six new airplanes, with an estimated value of US$1.6 billion at Boeing list prices, will increase Cathay Pacific’s 777-300ER future fleet from 30 to 36. Cathay Pacific, one of the world’s largest operators of the popular jetliner, also operates 12 Boeing 777-300s and five 777-200s. “Cathay Pacific is a valued long-time Boeing customer. The global reach of Cathay Pacific’s 777 fleet showcases the airplane’s performance features and its passenger appeal around the world,” said Marlin Dailey, VP of sales for Boeing Commercial
Airplanes. “This additional commitment from Cathay Pacific is a testament to the greater efficiency, economics and reliability of the 777300ER.” Boeing incorporated several performance enhancements for the 777-300ER, extending its range and payload capabilities. Performance during flight testing, combined with engine efficiency improvements and design changes that reduce drag a nd airpla ne weight, contributed to the increased capability. Some 61 customers around the world have ordered more than 1,100 777s.
Malaysia Airlines Orders Two More A330-200F Freighters KL, Malaysia: Malaysia Airlines has placed a firm order with Airbus for two more A330-200F freighters, following the conversion of two existing options. The latest contract increases the airline’s firm orders for the type to four, all of which will be operated by the carrier’s subsidiary MASkargo. “We are confident that the A330-200F is set to become a game changer in the mid-size freighter market,” said MASkargo MD, Shahari Sulaiman. 22
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“The aircraft will enable MASkargo to efficiently match capacity closely to demand on many medium lift sectors across our cargo network, and especially those operating via intra Asia.” The A330-200F is the latest addition to the A330 Family. Offering the lowest operating costs in its size category, it is the only modern mid-size, long haul, all-cargo aircraft capable of carrying 65 tonnes over 4,000nm/7,400km or 70 tonnes over 3,200nm/5,900km.