Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has finalized an agreement with Boeing for the purchase of 12 B787 aircraft, with options for six additional units. This significant order represents a continued commitment by Gulf Air to expand and modernize its widebody fleet in support of long-haul growth strategies.
Turkish Airlines has received a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 65824, continuing its strategic expansion of long-haul capabilities. The aircraft is equipped with GEnx-1B74/75 engines, developed by GE Aerospace, known for their fuel efficiency and low-emission performance.
Kenya Airways is set to return one of its three grounded Boeing 787 Dreamliners to active service on 22 July 2025, marking a key milestone in the airline’s efforts to resolve ongoing capacity challenges. The other two grounded B787s are expected to rejoin the fleet in September and December 2025, respectively.
The investigation into a recent Air India Boeing 787 incident is centering around the movement of the engine fuel control switches, with initial findings indicating no mechanical or design flaw in either the aircraft or the GEnx-1B engines produced by GE Aerospace.
Scoot, the low-cost long-haul arm of Singapore Airlines, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, serial number 60265, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. The aircraft expands Scoot’s widebody fleet, enhancing its capacity to serve medium- and long-haul routes from its base in Singapore.
Hawaiian Airlines has received one Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, bearing serial number 66431, marking an important milestone in its long-haul fleet modernization plan. The aircraft is powered by GEnx-1B75 engines from GE Aerospace, which offer improved fuel efficiency and range capabilities.
Austrian Airlines is evaluating the expansion of its wet-lease arrangements as a temporary solution to ongoing delivery delays of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The airline is also reacting to broader operational challenges linked to geopolitical instability in the Middle East, which has placed additional pressure on fleet planning and scheduling flexibility.
Korean Air, the flag carrier of South Korea, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-10, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 60307, as part of its long-haul fleet expansion strategy. The aircraft was delivered on lease and is powered by GEnx-1B engines, manufactured by GE Aerospace.
Korean Air has received a new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, registered HL8574, under a lease agreement. The aircraft is powered by General Electric GEnx-1B engines and represents the latest addition to the airline’s expanding widebody fleet aimed at improving efficiency on long-haul routes.
Air Premia, the hybrid airline based in South Korea, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, serial number 62082, under a wet lease agreement from Korean Air. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines and represents a strategic move to enhance Air Premia’s wide-body capabilities while maintaining fleet flexibility.
