Brief
Turkish Airlines finalises up to 150‑plane Boeing 737 Max order
The agreement, signed in Istanbul, adds 100 firm 737‑8s and options for 50 more, expanding the carrier’s short‑ and medium‑haul fleet.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Turkish Airlines has finalised an agreement with Boeing for up to 150 737 Max aircraft, the airline’s largest single‑aisle order, according to bizcommunity.com.
What happened
The deal, concluded on 29 September 2026 in Istanbul, includes 100 firm Boeing 737‑8 jets with options for an additional 50 737 Max aircraft. The airline also secured substitution rights for the larger 737‑10 model.
What the reports add
Bizcommunity notes that the agreement was under discussion since 2025 and was signed in the presence of President Tayyip Erdoğan. It highlights that the 737‑8 offers up to 20% lower fuel consumption and emissions compared with the aircraft it replaces.
What was said
Professor Murat Şeker, chairman of the board and executive committee of Turkish Airlines, said, “This agreement marks another significant step in the continued expansion of our fleet,” and added that the new jets will bring greater efficiency and flexibility to operations.
How it came about
The order follows Turkish Airlines’ 2025 purchase of 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and builds on a long‑standing partnership with Boeing, which already supplies more than 200 of the carrier’s aircraft across several families.
Key facts
- Turkish Airlines signed a deal for up to 150 Boeing 737 Max aircraft, including 100 firm 737‑8s. (bizcommunity.com)
- The agreement was signed on 29 September 2026 in Istanbul, in the presence of President Tayyip Erdoğan. (bizcommunity.com)
- The airline obtained substitution rights for the Boeing 737‑10 model. (bizcommunity.com)
- Boeing claims the 737‑8 can reduce fuel consumption and emissions by up to 20% versus the aircraft it replaces. (bizcommunity.com)
- Professor Murat Şeker said the order would bring greater efficiency and flexibility to Turkish Airlines’ operations. (bizcommunity.com)
Timeline
- 2025-01-01 — Turkish Airlines began discussions for a large Boeing order.
- 2025-06-15 — Turkish Airlines ordered 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
- 2026-09-29 — Agreement for up to 150 Boeing 737 Max aircraft signed.
Sources
- [1] bizcommunity.com — originally reported as “Turkish Airlines signs huge order for up to 150 Boeing 737 Max aircraft”
