Boeing Business Jets continues delivery of private 787-8’s with the first two of five BBJ 787-8s scheduled for delivery throughout 2014. These first two deliveries of 2014 are beleived to be made to separate customers, and comprise the second and third BBJ 787s delivered to date, with the first 787-8 BBJ aircraft delivered in December 2013.
Captain Steve Taylor, president of Boeing Business Jets commented: “It’s terrific to see two BBJ 787s deliver within a week. The BBJ 787 joins the BBJ family, a full line of the most capable aircraft in the VIP market. The 787’s combination of phenomenal range, high cruise speed, low cabin altitude, big windows and ultra-quiet cabin make it ideal for BBJ customers.”
To date, customers have ordered 13 BBJ 787s, with deliveries scheduled through 2018. “2014 will be a very exciting year for BBJ with many major milestones to celebrate,” commented Taylor. “In addition to the deliveries of three more BBJ 787-8s, the first BBJ 747-8 we delivered last year will enter into service with its completed custom interior later in the year.”
More Boeing Business Jet news to follow.
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