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14.10.2010 22:20- First 777-300ER for Turkish airlines
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Boeing today delivered the first 777-300ER to Turkey's flag carrier Turkish Airlines.
The milestone delivery marks many firsts for the airline. The new airplane
is Turkish Airlines' first 777 directly purchased from Boeing. It is the
first of 12 777-300ERs Turkish Airlines has on order with Boeing from 2009
and serves as the platform for introducing Turkish Airlines' new "Comfort
Class" cabin for the first time.
"Turkish Airlines continues to grow as a global airline with the 777 helping
us to expand into new markets in Asia and the Americas," said Hamdi Topcu,
Chairman of Turkish Airlines. "The addition of new Boeing 777-300ERs
exemplifies our commitment to delivering high quality service and comfort to
our passengers, while enabling us to continue our profitable growth."
The 777-300ER brings new twin-engine efficiency to the airline's long-haul
fleet. The airplane is powered by General Electric GE90-115BLs, the world's
largest and most powerful commercial jet engines.
"Turkish Airlines has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to set
world-class standards for their operations," said Marlin Dailey, vice
president of Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The 777-300ER is a great
choice for Turkish, as the 777's high efficiency, spacious cabin, and
industry-leading reliability combine to help the airline provide a superior
passenger experience."
With this delivery, Boeing is scheduled to deliver four additional 777-300ERs
to Turkish Airlines by the end of 2010.
The Boeing 777-300ER is 19 percent lighter than its closest competitor,
greatly reducing its fuel requirement. It produces 22 percent less carbon
dioxide per seat and costs 20 percent less to operate per seat. The airplane
can seat up to 365 passengers in a three-class configuration and has a
maximum range of 7,930 nautical miles (14,685 km). The 777 family is the
world's most successful twin-engine, twin-aisle airplane. Sixty-one customers
around the world have ordered more than 1,100 777s.
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