Turkish Airlines agrees 225 Boeing aircraft orders, subject to engine talks

 


ISTANBUL (Reuters) -Turkish Airlines said on Friday it decided to purchase 75 aircraft from Boeing, consisting of 50 firm and 25 option orders for B787-9 and B-787-10 models.

In a statement to the Istanbul stock exchange, it said it said it also completed negotiations with Boeing on the purchase of a total 150 aircraft, consisting of 100 firm and 50 option orders for 737-8/10 MAX models.

It said orders for the 737-8/10 MAX aircraft will be placed subject to the successful conclusion of ongoing discussions with engine manufacturer CFM International.

(Reporting by Can Sezer; Editing by Daren Butler)