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AerCap Orders 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
21 Jul
Summary
- AerCap orders 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
- Fleet will grow to approximately 140 787 aircraft.
- Aircraft deliveries scheduled through 2033.
AerCap Holdings N.V. announced on July 21, 2026, a significant direct order for 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. This strategic acquisition, made at the 2026 Farnborough International Air Show, will increase AerCap's total fleet of 787 aircraft to approximately 140.
The new aircraft are scheduled for delivery through 2033. AerCap has chosen GE Aerospace's GEnx-1B engines to power these 15 Boeing 787s. The agreement includes flexibility with substitution rights to the larger Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner variant.
Aengus Kelly, CEO of AerCap, highlighted the order's importance in meeting growing demand for modern, fuel-efficient widebody aircraft. He emphasized the 787's strong operating economics and performance, noting this order further solidifies AerCap's leadership in global aviation leasing.
Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, commended AerCap's continued investment, underscoring the 787 Dreamliner's role in enabling long-haul connectivity and airline economics. The U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, Edward Walsh, also praised the announcement, viewing it as a testament to the strong U.S.-Ireland economic relationship and confidence in American aerospace innovation.
