China Airlines Approves Widebody Order, Retiring 747-400 Freighters
China Airlines has taken a major step in fleet modernization, announcing board approval for acquiring up to 18 new Airbus and Boeing widebody aircraft while retiring legacy cargo freighters. The comprehensive plan, valued at $7. The approved acquisition includes five Airbus A350-1000s, five Boeing 777-9s, four Boeing 777-8 freighters, and two Boeing 777Fs. According to the filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange, the new aircraft will support both passenger expansion on long-haul routes and modernization of the carrier’s freighter operations.