WestJet Places Major Order for 67 Boeing Jets, Expands Dreamliner Fleet
Boeing and WestJet announced that the Canadian airline has placed a significant order for 67 additional Boeing aircraft, bringing its firm order book to 123 airplanes. The deal strengthens WestJet’s growth strategy as it expands both domestic and international networks.
The new order, previously listed as “unidentified” on Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries website in June, includes:
- 60 Boeing 737-10 aircraft, with options for 25 more
- Seven Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, with options for four more
“With the addition of these aircraft, WestJet now has the largest order book of any airline in Canada and will double our Dreamliner fleet,” said Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet CEO. “These highly efficient and comfortable jets are central to our growth plans, ensuring more affordable travel options for Canadians and expanded career opportunities for our people.”
Founded in 1996 with just three Boeing 737s, WestJet today operates nearly 150 of the type, connecting travelers across Canada and abroad. The airline currently flies both the Boeing 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner on long-haul routes. With this latest deal, its fleet of 787-9s will grow from seven to 14, enabling new connections to Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, praised the partnership: “We are honored by WestJet’s trust in Boeing. This investment builds on three decades of collaboration and positions WestJet for decades of success.”
WestJet’s fleet is among the youngest in North America, with an average age of about 10 years. The new 737-10s will enhance operational efficiency, offering the lowest cost per seat among single-aisle aircraft. Meanwhile, the expanded 787-9 fleet will boost passenger comfort and long-haul competitiveness, reinforcing WestJet’s role as one of Canada’s leading carriers.
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