Aviation
EVA FINALIZES BOEING ORDER
November 24, 2015

EVA Airways and Boeing have finalized an order for 18 787-10s and two 777-300ERs, with options for six additional 787s.

 

Self Photos / Files - BR Boeing“We believe the future of the airline industry will be built on fuel efficiency and cabin comfort,” said Austin Cheng, president of EVA Air. “The new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner’s high fuel efficiency and long-range flying capabilities meet these requirements and our operational needs. These planes will support our growth well into the future.”

 

EVA will become part of the 787-10 launch-customer team and will be the first airline in Taiwan to operate the 787.

 

The airline already flies 22 777-300ERs, and its Boeing backlog now stands at 14 777-300ERs, five 777 Freighters and 18 787-10s.