Riyadh Air Finalizes Deal for 90 GEnx-1B Engines
Riyadh Air has recently announced that it has finalized a deal for 90 GEnx-1B engines to power its upcoming fleet. The agreement also includes spare engines and a TrueChoice services package. The Saudi airline’s recent wide-body order for 39 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft will be powered by these engines. The signing ceremony took place at the Riyadh Air chalet during the Paris Air Show, where the airline introduced its new livery to the world.
Riyadh Air’s Commitment to Enhancing Saudi Arabia’s Global Connectivity
Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, stated that the airline is committed to enhancing Saudi Arabia’s global connectivity. The airline aims to connect to 100 destinations by 2030. Douglas also added that Riyadh Air is looking forward to fostering strong strategic relationships within the wider aviation ecosystem as it continues to shape its new digitally native airline to become one of the world’s most sustainable and guest-centric carriers.
GE Aerospace’s GEnx Engine: A Perfect Fit for Riyadh Air’s Fleet
Russell Stokes, President and CEO, commercial engines and services at GE Aerospace, expressed his pride in partnering with Riyadh Air to support its new fleet and fulfill its vision for long international routes. He added that GE Aerospace’s GEnx engine is a perfect fit for the 787 fleet with its combination of power and the ability to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
Riyadh Air’s New Fleet: One of the Newest and Most Environmentally Friendly Airline Fleets Worldwide
Riyadh Air, which was launched in March, is working with GE Aerospace to power its new fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Initial deliveries are scheduled for Q1 2025 as the airline aims to operate one of the newest and most environmentally friendly airline fleets worldwide.
Conclusion
Riyadh Air’s recent deal for 90 GEnx-1B engines to power its upcoming fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners is a significant step towards the airline’s commitment to enhancing Saudi Arabia’s global connectivity. The airline aims to connect to 100 destinations by 2030 and is looking forward to fostering strong strategic relationships within the wider aviation ecosystem. GE Aerospace’s GEnx engine is a perfect fit for Riyadh Air’s fleet with its combination of power and the ability to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Riyadh Air’s new fleet is set to become one of the newest and most environmentally friendly airline fleets worldwide.