Pegasus Airlines, Turkey’s leading low-cost airline, has signed an agreement with Boeing for the acquisition of up to 200 Boeing 737-10 aircraft, marking the largest order in the company’s history. The contract includes 100 firm orders and options for 100 additional aircraft, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2028.
The Boeing 737-10, the largest model in the 737 MAX family, will have the capacity—once certified—to carry up to 230 passengers and a range of approximately 5,740 km (3,100 nautical miles). Additionally, it reduces fuel consumption and emissions by 20% compared to the aircraft it replaces.
«Boeing aircraft have been a fundamental part of our operations since Pegasus entered the aviation industry in 1990,» stated Güliz Öztürk, CEO of Pegasus Airlines. «We are pleased to expand our fleet with the Boeing 737-10 model. This agreement reinforces our commitment to growth both in Türkiye and globally, while also expanding our network with new routes,» she added.
Economic and strategic impact
The contract, valued at $36 billion at list prices, also aligns with the National Aerospace Initiative launched by Boeing in collaboration with the Turkish government in 2017. According to Öztürk, this order will create new opportunities for the production and export of aerospace components by Turkish manufacturers, strengthening the country’s aviation industry.
For her part, Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said: «We are thrilled to welcome Pegasus Airlines as the newest 737 MAX customer. We appreciate their trust in the Boeing team and are committed to delivering the 737-10 with its promises of greater efficiency, versatility, and reliability.»
With this order, Pegasus Airlines aims to solidify its position as a leader in the low-cost market, expanding its network of destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa. Currently, the airline connects 144 destinations in 53 countries, with 35 domestic routes within Turkey and 109 international ones.
