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US President Donald Trump announces a $14.5 billion Etihad commitment with Boeing and GE, marking a major boost for US-UAE aviation ties and economic cooperation. Among these agreements, a standout commitment involves Etihad Airways, Boeing, and GE Aerospace. Etihad has pledged $14.5 billion to purchase 28 American-made Boeing aircraft powered by GE engines.
This announcement reflects not just a business transaction but a deepening partnership between two nations with shared interests in advancing commercial aviation and boosting economic growth. The deal includes Boeing’s next-generation 787 and 777X aircraft, symbolizing a commitment to innovation and the future of air travel.
The White House highlighted how this investment supports American manufacturing and exports, reinforcing the importance of such international collaborations in sustaining jobs and technological advancements at home. For Boeing and GE, this commitment is a substantial vote of confidence in American aerospace engineering and production.
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Etihad’s CEO, Antonoaldo Neves, has shared ambitious plans for the airline’s future fleet expansion. This year alone, Etihad expects to add 20 to 22 new planes, including Airbus A321LRs and Airbus A350s, with the Boeing 787s playing a crucial role in this growth. By 2030, Etihad aims to operate more than 170 aircraft, a key part of Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification strategy.
The deal also follows a period of transformation for Etihad. Owned by Abu Dhabi’s $225 billion wealth fund ADQ, the airline has undergone restructuring and management changes but has steadily expanded under Neves’s leadership. The new aircraft will help Etihad better serve its customers while supporting the UAE’s broader economic goals.
In a related development, Boeing secured its largest-ever deal for widebody aircraft with Qatar Airways, another Gulf state carrier, ordering 160 jetliners valued at $96 billion. Together, these deals mark a milestone in the Gulf’s aviation sector, showcasing the strategic importance of American aerospace companies in this thriving region.
This $14.5 billion Etihad commitment is more than just an order for planes. It represents a strengthening of ties, a boost to American industry, and a step forward for global aviation partnerships. As these aircraft take to the skies, they will carry with them the promise of growth, innovation, and cooperation between nations.
