Monday got off to a positive start for Boeing with National Airlines signing an order for four Boeing 777 Freighters to boost its global cargo operation.
The 777F is the world’s longest-range twin-engine dedicated freighter and fit into National’s fleet alongside its nine Boeing 747 Freighters.
“We appreciate National Airlines for its trust in Boeing and the 777 Freighter to grow the carrier’s global fleet and deliver greater value for its customers,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “With its cargo capacity, range and reliability, operators continue to rely on the 777 Freighter to build their future fleets, making it the best-selling freighter of all time.”
The Boeing 777 Freighter can operate up to 4,970nm with a payload of up to 107 tonnes allowing more cargo to be flown non-stop reducing operating costs and cutting emissions for cargo forwarders.
Boeing sees a demand for 2,845 freighters globally to meet the demand for the growing cargo market around the globe over the next 20 years.