Turkish Airlines has confirmed an order for four more Boeing 777 Freighters to further strengthen its global reach in the cargo market. According to Boeing, with this latest order, Turkish Airlines will operate 12 of the 777 Freighters. The price of the jets has not been released, however, the carrier previously obtained a 49.9% discount from the US manufacturer on other aircraft orders.
"This new investment in expanding our cargo fleet underscores our commitment to meeting the growing global demand for air freight services," said Turkish Airlines Chief Cargo Officer Ali Türk. "The addition of these Boeing 777 Freighters will not only enhance our operational capabilities, but also serve as another step in our strategic vision to reach the top of air cargo sector worldwide while maintaining our leading position with our unparalleled service and efficiency for our customers across the globe."
"We are proud to continue our long-standing partnership with Turkish Airlines and support its expansion of cargo operations with the addition of Boeing 777 Freighters," said Paul Righi, vice president of Boeing Commercial Sales for Eurasia.