Turkish Airlines announced it has reached an agreement with Boeing and will add a total of 75 wide-body Boeing 787-9 and 787-10 aircraft to its fleet between 2029 and 2034, consisting of 50 firm and 25 option orders.

The agreement, according to the announcement, stands as a strong indicator of both the strategic partnership between Turkey and the US, as well as the longstanding cooperation between Turkish Airlines and Boeing. It also underscores, said the announcement, the airline’s determination to maintain industry leadership and enhance operational efficiency. 

As part of its “Vision 2033,” which underscores the airline’s 100th anniversary, said the announcement, Turkish Airlines aims to expand its fleet beyond 800 planes, while increasing the proportion of next-generation aircraft to 90% by 2033 and to 100% by 2035. This will further strengthen operational efficiency while sustaining an average annual growth rate of 6%. 

Ahmet Bolat, chairman of the board of Turkish Airlines, said the addition of these aircraft “will not only enhance our operational capabilities but also become a significant element supporting Turkish Airlines’ 2033 vision of expanding our fleet to 800 aircraft.” 

Turkish Airlines operates more than 200 Boeing aircraft, among them 787-9, 777, 737 MAX, Next-Generation 737 and 777 Freighters. With this agreement, said the announcement, the carrier will soon introduce the largest member of the 787 family, the 787-10. The addition of these new Dreamliners, according to the announcement, will reduce operating costs with their 25% fuel efficiency advantage while increasing both passenger and cargo capacity, thus supporting high-demand routes, particularly across the US, Africa, Southeast Asia and the Middle East.