Boeing Snags a Massive WestJet Order

Boeing and WestJet have announced that the Canadian airline is purchasing an additional 67 Boeing jets. This acquisition increases WestJet's firm order to a total of 123 aircraft, supporting the carrier's plans to expand its fleet and enhance its domestic and international networks.

WestJet's order, previously listed as unidentified on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website in June, comprises:

• Sixty 737-10 jets and options for 25 more

• Seven 787-9 jets and options for four more

"With the addition of these aircraft, WestJet has the largest order book of any airline in Canada, and will double our fleet of Dreamliners, underpinning our growth plans and our commitment to affordable travel options for Canadians and exciting career paths for our people," said Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet chief executive officer. "These highly efficient and comfortable aircraft are critical to the growth and renewal of our fleet and will also significantly improve our fuel consumption."

WestJet commenced operations in 1996 with a fleet of three Boeing 737 aircraft. Presently, the airline operates nearly 150 Boeing 737s, facilitating comfortable and affordable connectivity across Canada. For its long-haul routes, WestJet utilises both the 787 Dreamliner and the 737 MAX. With this new order, the airline will expand its fleet of seven 787-9s, enhancing connections for Canadians to destinations in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

"We are honoured that WestJet has once again placed its trust in Boeing with a major investment that builds on our three decades of partnership and solidifies its fleet for the decades ahead," said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Aircraft. "We look forward to supporting WestJet's exciting growth as they leverage the 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliner to serve even more passengers with great efficiency and comfort."

WestJet boasts one of the youngest fleets among established North American carriers, with an average aircraft age of approximately 10 years. This agreement expands WestJet's 737-10 order book to 107 aircraft, enabling the airline to capitalise on operational commonality while accommodating more passengers at the lowest cost per seat of any single-aisle aircraft. The 787 Dreamliner enhances passenger comfort and operates with greater efficiency, offering travellers more affordable options.