Aviation News – Uzbekistan Airways has finalized an order for eight Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, expanding its fleet of the long-haul aircraft as part of a wider international growth strategy. The deal was formalized in Washington, DC, marking a significant step in the airline’s ongoing fleet modernization.
The agreement converts previously held options into firm aircraft orders, bringing the carrier’s total Dreamliner fleet commitment to 22 jets. The signing took place during the C5+1 Summit and was witnessed by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade, Laziz Kudratov. The move aligns with Uzbekistan Airways’ plan to support growing passenger demand and expand route networks across Asia, Europe, and North America.
