Qatar Airways’ fleet size rises to 80 aircraft
Qatar Airways celebrated another milestone in its remarkable short history announcing its fleet size has grown to 80 aircraft – double the size of five years ago.
The airline has inducted its 15th Boeing 777 into the fleet and maintains a delivery schedule of more than one new aircraft a month, retaining its status as one of the world’s fastest growing airlines.
The newest Boeing 777-300 Extended Range aircraft will serve long haul routes from the airline’s operational hub of Doha Airport, capital of the State of Qatar. The aircraft is part of a larger order for more than 220 different aircraft worth over US$40 billion placed in recent years.
With the fleet set to grow to 120 aircraft by 2013 and current global network of 86 destinations also expected to rise to 120 by 2013, Qatar Airways is continuing its expansion strategy with vigour.
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