What Happened
Largest-Ever US Aviation Deal Boosts Fleet Renewal Ahead Of Asiana Merger
Korean Air has finalized a $44.8 billion deal with Boeing, GE Aerospace, and CFM International for 103 aircraft, spare engines, and maintenance services. The order, which includes 777-9s, 787-10s, 737-10s, and 777-8F freighters, is part of the airline’s efforts to modernize its fleet and expand capacity ahead of its merger with Asiana Airlines. The deal was first reported by The Korea Herald.