flydubai signs an MoU for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs

• The Dubai-based carrier signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a new aircraft order with Boeing
• The agreement is for 75 firm 737 MAX aircraft, valued at USD 13 billion, and options for 75 more aircraft

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 November 2025: The Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boeing for 75 Boeing 737 MAXs. The announcement further supports the carrier in fulfilling Dubai's vision for aviation growth in the years ahead.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, signed the MoU agreement with Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, at the signing ceremony which was attended by Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, at the Dubai Airshow 2025.

Commenting on the milestone announcement, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, said: “We are pleased to announce a new agreement with Boeing. Looking ahead, proactive fleet planning is essential to ensuring we are well-placed to meet the rising demand for travel, a demand we are confident will continue to grow. Anticipating future needs is a defining factor in the success of any airline and today's announcement reflects our commitment to that principle.

Dubai's ecosystem, characterised by world-class infrastructure, progressive legislation, open-skies policies and its ability to attract global talent, creates an environment where flydubai can thrive and expand. We are proud to place another 737 MAX order with Boeing, a trusted partner that has played a key role in growing our network to its current scale. Reliable aircraft availability and timely deliveries are vital to the ongoing growth of our industry, and this agreement ensures we remain well-positioned for future growth, adding to the fleet as well as replacing current aircraft.

I want to thank our team for their dedication and hard work. Their efforts, combined with Dubai's ambitious vision, fuel our optimism and enthusiasm for what lies ahead, including playing a key role in Dubai World Central's expansion plans.”

The new deal allows flydubai to take advantage of the 737 MAX family's flexibility and commonality, while leveraging the unique size and range of the 737-8, 737-9, and 737-10 models to suit our growing network.

“flydubai is one of the world's first 737 MAX operators and their plan to place yet another order, their fourth 737 order to date, reflects the 737 MAX's market-leading value and versatility,” said Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We are proud that Boeing airplanes will continue to serve as the backbone of flydubai's strategic fleet and growth plans.”

flydubai operates a young and efficient fleet of 96 Boeing 737 aircraft and includes: 27 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800, 66 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 03 Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft.