Flydubai signs another aircraft deal, orders 75 Boeing jets worth Dh47.7 billion

Flydubai on Wednesday signed another deal for new aircraft, ordering 75 Boeing 737 MAX for $13 billion (Dh 47.71 billion) at the Dubai Airshow 2025.

On Tuesday, it signed a deal with European aircraft manufacturer Airbus for 150 A321neo aircraft, valued at $24 billion (Dh88 billion). It took its two-day orders to 225 aircraft worth $37 billion (Dh135.7 billion).

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“Looking ahead, proactive fleet planning is essential to ensuring we are well-placed to meet the rising demand for travel, a demand we are confident will continue to grow. Anticipating future needs is a defining factor in the success of any airline, and today’s announcement reflects our commitment to that principle,” said Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, said.

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Sheikh Ahmed signed the agreement with Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO at flydubai, also attended the signing ceremony.

• Dubai

Waheed Abbas

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Waheed Abbas is Assistant Editor, covering real estate, aviation and other business stories that directly affect the lives of UAE consumers. He frequently reports human interest stories, too.