Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo today announced an order for five additional 777 freighters, the operator again choosing the twin-engine freighter to meet growing cargo demand. The new purchase brings Emirates' order book to 245 Boeing widebody aircraft, including 10 777 freighters.
Emirates SkyCargo is the cargo division of Emirates, the world's largest international airline. Its investment in the 777 Freighter will increase main deck cargo capacity by 30 percent by 2026. In total, Emirates' freighter fleet will grow to 17 aircraft – including 777 Freighters, 777 converted freighters and 747 Freighters.
The 777 Freighter can fly further (9.200 kilometers / 4.970 nautical miles) and carry more cargo (102 metric tons / 112 tonnes) than any other twin-engine cargo jet. This range and payload capacity allows operators to offer more long-range, non-stop flights to connect markets such as the Middle East with the US and Europe – connecting critical high-value cargo markets without refueling.
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