Boeing 777X Designed To Attract Middle East Buyers

The rulers in the Arabian Gulf region strive for bigger and better in practically every pursuit they undertake, and that includes air transport. So when Boeing drew its plans for its proposed new 777X, its considerations no doubt included the needs of those in the Middle East, who are some of the biggest customers for the current 777.

Speaking with AIN a few weeks before the start of this Dubai Air Show, Boeing vice president of marketing Randy Tinseth characterized the 777 as perhaps the most important widebody airplane in the Middle Eastern market. Of course, what makes an airplane important could vary depending on one’s perspective. But in terms of the sheer numbers, the 777 stands alone, thanks largely to Emirates Airline’s fleet of more than 130 airplanes.