Alaska Airlinesis its first Boeing 787-9was officially unveiled, opening 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 was recently acquired by the group.
In December 2023, Alaska Air Group Hawaiian Holdings By announcing the acquisition, it expanded its position in the long-distance route market. Even after the acquisition, Hawaiian Airlines will continue to operate as an independent airline. However, during this reorganization, Hawaiian Airlines will introduce modernized Airbus A330 aircraft, and the Dreamliner model will be incorporated into the group’s fleet under the Alaska brand.
Alaska Airlines has already unveiled a new paint scheme for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner wide-body aircraft in August 2025, featuring blue and green tones inspired by the Aurora. With the newly unveiled 787-9, this visual identity will be put into actual operation for the first time.
Largest order ever with Boeing
The introduction of the Dreamliner coincided with the official confirmation of Alaska Airlines’ largest-ever aircraft order with Boeing. Alaska Airlines has signed a contract to purchase 105 Boeing 737-10s (737 MAX 10), with additional Boeing 787 Dreamliner Option for 5 vehicles was exercised. In addition, the company secured the right to purchase an additional 35 737-10 models, increasing the total number of orders for the 737 MAX to 174.
This large order coincides with the 60th anniversary of the partnership between Alaska Airlines and Boeing and the company’s strategy focused on scalable growth and operational efficiency. Alaska AccelerateIt is part of The Boeing 737-10, the largest member of the 737 MAX family, will play a key role in the renewal of the single-aisle fleet, expanding capacity on high-demand routes and contributing to lower costs per passenger per kilometer.
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Meanwhile, the new 787 Dreamliner aircraft will support the expansion of the international route network, focusing on routes to Europe and Asia. Alaska Airlines said the transaction strengthens its strategy of fleet consolidation, disciplined growth and sustainable development of its international operations.
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