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Turkish Airlines Orders Three Additional Boeing 777 Freighters

Turkish Airlines and Boeing announce the purchase of three additional Boeing 777 Freighters.

“We are excited to expand our efficient cargo fleet with the 777 Freighter. This aircraft has contributed greatly to Turkish Cargo, Turkish Airlines’ successful sub brand, becoming the fastest-growing air cargo carrier in the world. The additional aircraft will provide us more flexibility to serve even more destinations as we continue to grow our global freight network,” said M. ?lker Ayc?, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee.

The airline is enjoying a period of strong growth.

“Turkish Airlines has achieved significant success over the past decade. In addition to introducing innovations that have powered the growth of Turkey’s commercial aviation sector and anchored a new state-of-the art airport, the airline is delivering outstanding results and rising in the ranks of elite airlines. We are extremely honored that Turkish Airlines has placed its trust and confidence in Boeing’s flagship airplanes: the 737 MAX, the 777 and the 787 Dreamliner,” said Kevin McAllister, president and chief executive officer of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.

by Elizabeth Atkinson