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An
order from Brazil's TAM Airlines for four additional Boeing 777-300ERs
takes to 1,003 the number of 777s ordered since the first order of the popular widebody in 1990.
The order also means that, to date in 2007, Boeing has received orders for 100 of the popular 777s.
TAM is
one of Brazil's largest airlinea, flying both domestic and international routes. TAM became the first
Latin American airline to incorporate the 777-300ER into its long-range fleet plan when it booked its
initial order for four 777-300ERs earlier this year. TAM's first 777-300ER is scheduled to be delivered
in June 2008. Prior to ordering these eight 777s, TAM was an exclusive Airbus operator.
Marco Antonio Bologna, TAM's CEO said the 777-300ER acquisitions are an important step for TAM's growth in the long-haul international
market.
"The Boeing 777 provides TAM with unmatched revenue-generating capability, beginning with fuel savings and environmental benefits,"
Bologna said. "Further, this is a plane long-haul passengers recognize for its spaciousness, comfort and award-winning interiors."
The fuel-efficient 777-300ER twin-engine jetliner
is capable of carrying 365 passengers up to 7,880 nautical
miles (14,594 kilometers).
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