Boeing, Transavia Announce Order for Up to 20 Next-Generation 737-800s

Order for 17 737s with options for three additional airplanes

SEATTLE, Feb. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Transavia Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Air France KLM Group, today announced an order for 17 Next-Generation 737-800s, including options for three additional airplanes. The order, valued at $1.6 billion at current list prices, was previously booked and attributed to an unidentified customer on the Boeing Orders & Deliveries website.
The order will significantly support the growth of Transavia's operations from France and the Netherlands. The airline currently has a combined all-Boeing fleet of 45 Next-Generation 737s.
"We have grown to become one of the leading low cost carriers in France and the Netherlands by effectively utilizing the unrivalled economics and unmatched reliability of the Next-Generation 737," said Bram Graber, CEO, Transavia Company. "This latest order will provide us with a solid platform to grow our business, while offering our passengers outstanding value and comfort."
"Through its growing Dutch and French operations, Transavia has provided European holiday makers with exceptional value due to the efficiencies it has been able to harness from its fleet of Next-Generation 737s," said Todd Nelp, vice president of European Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "Transavia has been operating 737s since the mid-1970s and it is a testament to the outstanding qualities of the 737 family that four decades of this airplane will remain the backbone of its fleet in the years to come."
The 737-800 is the best-selling version of the highly successful Next-Generation 737 family, the most technologically advanced airplanes in the single-aisle market. The Next-Generation 737's market success has been confirmed by investors who consistently rank it as the most preferred single-aisle airplane due to its wide market base, superior performance efficiency and lowest operating costs in its class. The Next-Generation 737 has accumulated more than 6,800 orders from customers worldwide.
Transavia Company has six bases, with Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport and Paris-Orly Airport as its main hubs, serving 110 destinations in Europe and North Africa. Passenger numbers reached 10 million in 2014.

Boeing, Korean Air Announce Order for Five 777 Freighters

Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Korean Air today finalized an order for five 777 Freighters. The order, valued at more than $1.5 billion at current list prices, will add further efficiency and reliability to Korean Air's all-Boeing freighter fleet.
As one of the world's largest cargo airlines, Korean Air currently operates an all-Boeing freighter fleet of 26 airplanes that includes 17 747-400 Freighters, five 747-8 Freighters and four 777 Freighters.
"We truly value our enduring partnership with Korean Air and we are pleased that they have selected the 777 Freighter to bolster their all-Boeing Freighter fleet," said Ihssane Mounir, senior vice president of NE Asia Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "This order further demonstrates Korean Air's commitment to excellence and will help the airline maintain its position as a leading global airline."
Korea's flag carrier currently operates 86 Boeing passenger airplanes and has unfilled orders for nearly 40 additional airplanes, including 12 777-300ERs, 10 747-8 Intercontinentals, 10 787-9 Dreamliners, two 747-8 Freighters and six 777 Freighters.
The 777 Freighter is the world's longest range twin-engine freighter, capable of flying 4,900 nautical miles (9,070 kilometers) with a full payload at general cargo market densities. The airplane's range capability translates into significant savings for cargo operators: fewer stops and associated landing fees, less congestion at transfer hubs, lower cargo handling costs and shorter cargo delivery times.
According to the Boeing World Air Cargo Forecast, global air freight traffic is forecast to grow at an annual rate of 4.7 percent, doubling the cargo traffic over the next 20 years.
Boeing is the undisputed air cargo market leader, providing over 90 percent of the total worldwide dedicated freighter capacity.

FAA Newws & Updates: FAA Grants ND UAS Test Site Broader Air Access

February 11- The Federal Aviation Administration has authorized unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to fly in a wide area of North Dakota, a move that will give industry more  opportunities for research that could help the agency integrate UAS into the nation’s airspace. Two Certificates of Waiver or Authorization (COAs) awarded to the Northern Plains UAS Test Site greatly expand the airspace available for research flights to most of northeastern North Dakota. The FAA soon expects to approve two more COAs that will make such missions possible in about two-thirds of the state. The FAA has approved five different types of small UAS (under 55 lbs.) to fly in the Northern Plains test site.. The latest FAA authorizations will allow the site to add additional UAS to the existing airspace through a prearranged process with the FAA. This streamlined process will speed up the approval process for the industry and the FAA. > Northern Plains UAS Test Site News Release > More information on the FAA and UA

Boeing Opens Propulsion Systems Facility in South Carolina

Boeing (NYSE: BA) today celebrated the opening of its new propulsion engineering and assembly facility in North Charleston.
The team of engineers, manufacturing and support personnel at Propulsion South Carolina (PSC) are responsible for the design and assembly of the 737 MAX engine nacelle inlet, the design of the 737 MAX engine nacelle fan cowl and the design and engineering integration for the 777X nacelle. PSC employees have worked in other Boeing South Carolina facilities while the new building was under construction.
Propulsion South Carolina was established in May 2013 to build capability and capacity in integrated propulsion system design and assembly to support growth and enhance the performance of future airplanes. Boeing has relied on its supply chain to perform the majority of propulsion system design and assembly during the last 10 to 15 years, but is strategically bringing some of that work in-house.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Ray Conner was joined at the grand opening event by Governor Nikki Haley and other elected officials, community representatives and Boeing employees.
"The new propulsion center demonstrates our confidence in the Boeing South Carolina workforce and Boeing's commitment to the state," Conner said. "Our investment in both South Carolina and Washington state will help enable Boeing to be a preferred provider to customers and capture future airplane market demand by delivering competitive and high-performing products such as the 737 MAX and 777X."
The 225,000 square foot (20,903 square meters) facility will include state-of-the-art automated manufacturing equipment to efficiently assemble the 737 MAX engine nacelle inlets when production begins later this year.

United Reports January 2015 Operational Performance

United Airlines (UAL) today reported January 2015 operational results.
UAL's January 2015 consolidated traffic (revenue passenger miles) increased 1.1 percent and consolidated capacity (available seat miles) increased 1.4 percent versus January 2014. UAL's January 2015 consolidated load factor decreased 0.2 points compared to January 2014.
About United
United Airlines and United Express operate an average of 5,055 flights a day to 373 airports across six continents. In 2014, United and United Express operated nearly two million flights carrying 138 million customers. United is proud to have the world's most comprehensive route network, including U.S. mainland hubs in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York/Newark, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. United operates nearly 700 mainline aircraft, and this year, the airline anticipates taking delivery of 34 new Boeing aircraft, including the 787-9 and the 737-900ER. United is also welcoming 49 new Embraer E175 aircraft to United Express. The airline is a founding member of Star Alliance, which provides service to 193 countries via 27 member airlines. More than 84,000 United employees reside in every U.S. state and in countries around the world. For more information, visit united.com, follow @United on Twitter or connect on Facebook. The common stock of United's parent, United Continental Holdings, Inc., is traded on the NYSE under the symbol UAL.

Preliminary Operational Results
		January
		2015	2014	Change
REVENUE PASSENGER MILES (000)
	Domestic	6,505,209	6,691,736	(2.8%)
	International	6,984,470	6,677,845	4.6%
	Atlantic	2,458,650	2,513,283	(2.2%)
	Pacific	2,797,499	2,673,458	4.6%
	Latin	1,728,321	1,491,104	15.9%
	Mainline	13,489,679	13,369,581	0.9%
	Regional	1,911,562	1,858,442	2.9%
	Consolidated	15,401,241	15,228,023	1.1%
AVAILABLE SEAT MILES (000)
	Domestic	7,828,480	7,987,794	(2.0%)
	International	8,831,743	8,477,462	4.2%
	Atlantic	3,312,605	3,501,242	(5.4%)
	Pacific	3,449,667	3,197,977	7.9%
	Latin	2,069,471	1,778,243	16.4%
	Mainline	16,660,223	16,465,256	1.2%
	Regional	2,421,651	2,357,393	2.7%
	Consolidated	19,081,874	18,822,649	1.4%
PASSENGER LOAD FACTOR
	Domestic	83.1%	83.8%	(0.7) pts
	International	79.1%	78.8%	0.3 pts
	Atlantic	74.2%	71.8%	2.4 pts
	Pacific	81.1%	83.6%	(2.5) pts
	Latin	83.5%	83.9%	(0.4) pts
	Mainline	81.0%	81.2%	(0.2) pts
	Regional	78.9%	78.8%	0.1 pts
	Consolidated	80.7%	80.9%	(0.2) pts
ONBOARD PASSENGERS (000)
	Mainline	6,862	6,843	0.3%
	Regional	3,331	3,255	2.3%
	Consolidated	10,193	10,098	0.9%
CARGO REVENUE TON MILES (000)
	Total	200,621	180,335	11.2%

Boeing, LATAM Airlines Group Celebrate Delivery of Airline's First 787-9 Dreamliner

First Latin American operator of the 787 becomes the first Latin American operator of both the 787-8 and 787-Boeing (NYSE:BA) and LATAM Airlines Group celebrated the delivery of the airline's first 787-9 Dreamliner. LATAM Airlines Group is leasing the new airplane from Amsterdam-based lessor AerCap.

LATAM Airlines Group will become Latin America's first operator of both the 787-8 and 787-9 variants of the Dreamliner family when the airline group launches 787-9 services on South American routes in April.
With this delivery, LATAM Airlines Group will have 11 787s in its fleet, the most in Latin America. The company is building a fleet of 32 787 Dreamliners, including 10 787-9s, over the next several years.
The 787-9 complements and extends the 787 family. With the fuselage stretched by 20 feet (6 meters) over the 787-8, the 787-9 will fly up to 40 more passengers an additional 450 nautical miles (830 kilometers) with the same exceptional environmental performance – 20 percent less fuel use and 20 percent fewer emissions than the airplanes it replaces.
The 787-9 leverages the visionary design of the 787-8, offering passenger-pleasing features such as large windows, large stow bins, modern LED lighting, higher humidity, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and a smoother ride.
Fifty-eight customers from around the world have ordered more than 1,070 787s, with more than 200 airplanes delivered.

RV: Boeing, DLA Exercise $223 Million Combat Logistics Support Agreement

Boeing, DLA Exercise $223 Million Combat Logistics Support Agreement

Total five-year contract value reaches $516 millionBoeing [NYSE: BA] and the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) signed the second phase of a performance-based contract that reduces combat logistics support costs while enhancing warfighter readiness.

Under terms of the contract Boeing will provide support for 11 different aircraft including the F/A-18 Super Hornet; AH-64 Apache; AV-8B Harrier; B-52 Stratofortress; C-17 Globemaster III and associated ground support equipment. Work will be administered from St. Louis.
"Warfighters executing their missions rely on their systems being ready when they need them," said Julie Praiss, Boeing vice president, Tactical Aircraft & Weapons Support. "In addition, our customers have said they need greater value in their logistics support. Providing improved performance at lower cost is what Boeing is all about."
The contract, worth $223 million, is the second of two awards under a five-year agreement signed in Sept. 2014. The total contract value is $516 million. DLA has a follow-on option for an additional five years.
This long-term partnership resulted from a 2012 DLA industry challenge to reduce costs by 20 percent and improve overall supply performance. Boeing and the DLA continue collaborating on new ways to streamline processes, enhance performance and improve affordability.
A unit of The Boeing Company, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is one of the world's largest defense, space and security businesses specializing in innovative and capabilities-driven customer solutions, and the world's largest and most versatile manufacturer of military aircraft. Headquartered in St. Louis, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is a $31 billion business with 53,000 employees worldwide.

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Boeing, Ethiopian Airlines, Vital Voices Global Partnership Join Together for Humanitarian Flight

EVERETT, Wash., Feb. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) joined with Ethiopian Airlines and three separate non-profit organizations to deliver more than 4,000 pounds (1,814 kilograms) of medical supplies and equipment for charities and hospitals in Ethiopia and Somalia. The deliveries, carried on the ferry flight of Ethiopian's newest 787 Dreamliner, were made to a number of medical institutions via Vital Voices Global Partnership, Horn of Africa Neonatal Development Services (HANDS) and Seattle Alliance Outreach (SAO).
"Ethiopian Airlines continues to be a leader in corporate social responsibility activities in Ethiopia. With this delivery flight, we are also very happy to facilitate the supply of much needed medical supplies in neighboring Somalia as well," said Ethiopian Airlines CEO Tewolde GebreMariam. "As the flag carrier for the country of Ethiopia, we are viewed as not only an airline but also as a source of vital service for the people of Ethiopia. We are proud and honored to work with Boeing to help our people and country where we have such great needs."
The shipment includes an autoclave to sterilize surgery equipment which will be used by a new kidney dialysis center in Ethiopia, as well as neonatal medical equipment for Jimma University,College of Public Health & Health Sciences which is dedicated to saving infant lives. Vital Voices Global Partnership will send medications, computers and medical equipment valued at approximately $68,000 onwards from Addis Ababa to the Dr. Hawa Abdi Foundation in Somalia, a charity that provides basic needs through the access to healthcare.
"The Vital Voices Northwest Council has been thrilled by Seattle's enthusiasm and generous donations to this important cause," said Rosita Van Coevorden, chair of the Vital Voices Northwest Council. "We are delighted to be donating state-of-the-art medical supplies such as hospital-grade defibrillators that will provide sorely needed resources at the Hawa Abdi General Hospital."
"Ethiopian Airlines is an active partner in Boeing's Global Corporate Citizenship's Humanitarian Delivery Flights program," said Liz Warman, director, Boeing Global Corporate Citizenship, Northwest region. "We have a long history together not only buying and selling airplanes, but also working in collaboration and using our respective resources to help deliver medical supplies and equipment to those who are in most need of them in Ethiopia and Somalia."
The Boeing Humanitarian Delivery Flights program is a collaboration effort between Boeing, airline customers and non-profit organizations to deliver humanitarian aid throughout the world to communities in need or crisis. Since Boeing's Humanitarian Delivery Flight program began in 1992, the company has facilitated more than 170 humanitarian delivery flights, including 10 in 2014, working in partnership with more than 50 airlines worldwide.
Ethiopian Airlines is the first African operator of the 787, taking delivery of 10. Ethiopian Airlines currently operates an all-Boeing fleet of 737, 757, 767, 777, and 787 airplanes in passenger service, and has 757, MD11, 777 and a 737-400F airplane in cargo operations.

Boeing Delivers Scoot's First 787 Dreamliner

787 key to airline's fleet expansion plans, enhanced passenger experience

Boeing (NYSE:BA) and Scoot Pte Ltd. today announced the delivery of the Singapore-based airline's first 787 Dreamliner. The airplane will play a key role in the low-cost carrier's strategic plan to expand its long-haul fleet.
"We are excited to be taking delivery of our very first 787 Dreamliner," said Scoot chief executive officer Campbell Wilson. "The Dreamliner represents a step-change for Scoot, allowing us to take our onboard customer experience to a new level and to greatly expand our network. The 787's significant advances in efficiency will enable Scoot to continue offering safe and reliable service, with increased comfort and even greater value airfares."
The 787 is a family of technologically advanced, super-efficient airplanes with new passenger-pleasing features. In addition to bringing big-jet ranges to midsize airplanes, the 787 will provide Scoot with unrivaled fuel efficiency and environmental performance, using 20 percent less fuel and with 20 percent fewer emissions than the airplanes it replaces.
"We are proud to deliver the first 787 to Scoot and have them join the growing family of 787 operators," said Dinesh Keskar, senior vice president, Asia Pacific and India Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "The new Dreamliner will bring great value to Scoot's operations and provide an exceptional experience for Scoot's passengers."
Customers traveling on Scoot's new 787 will experience the passenger-pleasing features of the Dreamliner such as larger, electronically dimmable windows and larger overhead luggage bins. The lower cabin altitude, higher humidity levels, advanced air filtration and smoother-ride technology, help make the flying experience more comfortable and allow passengers to arrive at their destination more refreshed.
The airline will take delivery of an additional 19 787 Dreamliners. The airplanes were originally ordered by parent company Singapore Airlines, which included ten 787-9 and ten 787-8s.