alaska airlinesis the company’s firstboeing 787-9was officially unveiled, marking a new chapter in the group’s growth strategy.
The aircraft is the first of a total of 17 787 Dreamliners originally ordered for Hawaiian Airlines, which the group recently acquired.
In December 2023, Alaska Air GroupHawaiian Holdingsannounced the acquisition of the airline, expanding its presence in the long-haul market. Following the acquisition, Hawaiian Airlines will continue to operate as an independent airline. Meanwhile, as part of the restructuring, Hawaiian Airlines will receive a modernized Airbus A330 and the Dreamliner will operate as part of the group’s fleet under the Alaska brand.
Alaska Airlines has already unveiled a new blue and green livery inspired by the aurora borealis for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner widebody aircraft in August 2025. The 787-9 unveiled this time is the first time this visual identity has been adopted in actual operation.
Largest order ever with Boeing
The introduction of the Dreamliner coincides with Alaska Airlines confirming its largest-ever aircraft order with Boeing. The company has signed a contract to purchase 105 Boeing 737-10s (737 MAX 10), andboeing 787 dreamlinerExercised options for five aircraft. In addition, the company has secured the right to purchase 35 more 737-10s, bringing the total number of 737 MAX orders to 174.
This large order coincides with the 60th anniversary of Alaska Airlines and Boeing’s partnership, and the company’s corporate strategy emphasizes scalable growth and operational efficiency.「Alaska Accelerate」It’s part of. The Boeing 737-10, the largest member of the 737 MAX family, will be at the heart of the single-aisle fleet renewal, increasing capacity on high-demand routes and lowering cost per passenger kilometer.
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The new 787 Dreamliner is intended to support the airline’s expanding international network, with a focus on routes to Europe and Asia. Alaska Airlines said the transaction strengthens its strategy of fleet unification, disciplined growth and sustainable development of international operations.
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