Pegasus Airlines and Boeing revealed that Türkiye's premier low-cost airline will expand and update its single-aisle fleet by ordering up to 200 737 MAX aircraft. The purchase consists of a firm order for 100 737-10 jets, with options for an additional 100.
The 737-10, the biggest model in the 737 MAX series, can accommodate up to 230 passengers and has a maximum range of 3,100 nautical miles. It decreases fuel consumption and emissions by 20% compared to the aircraft it replaces. This aircraft's efficiency and versatility will allow Pegasus Airlines to transport more passengers across more routes, offering the lowest cost per seat among single-aisle aircraft.
"Boeing aircraft have been an integral part of our operations since Pegasus entered the aviation industry in 1990," said Güliz Öztürk, CEO of Pegasus Airlines. "We are pleased to expand our fleet with the new Boeing 737-10 model aircraft. We continue to invest in our fleet in line with our growth targets in Türkiye and globally and expand our network by launching new routes. Within the scope of our agreement with Boeing, we have ordered a total of 200 Boeing 737-10 aircraft. The first 100 aircraft are firm orders and we will be evaluating converting the remaining 100 aircraft options into firm orders in the coming years, based on market conditions and the needs of our fleet."
Pegasus Airlines began its operations almost 35 years ago using the Boeing 737 Classic. The 737-10 will enhance the airline's fleet of Next-Generation 737s, offering operational consistency and flexibility to accommodate increasing travel demand.
"We have been a proud partner of Pegasus Airlines since their inception and we are excited to welcome them as the newest 737 MAX customer," said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "We appreciate their trust in the Boeing team and we look forward to delivering on the 737-10 and its promise of greater efficiency, versatility and reliability."
As budget airlines enhance regional expansion and connectivity, the 737-10 will aid Pegasus Airlines in accessing new markets throughout Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa. Boeing's Commercial Market Outlook predicts that operators in Europe and Central Asia will receive approximately 7,900 single-aisle aircraft over the upcoming 20 years.
"When considered within the scope of Boeing's National Aerospace Initiative launched with the Turkish government in 2017, our order will also open new doors and create production and export opportunities both for Turkish manufacturers and for the wider aviation industry," said Öztürk.
Founded in 1990, Pegasus was purchased by ESAS Holding in 2005 and began operating as a scheduled low-cost airline. As a prominent low-cost carrier in the region, Pegasus is committed to the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to fly. It provides affordable travel options and operates a fleet of modern aircraft under its low-cost model.
In 2018, Pegasus adopted the slogan "Your Digital Airline" and now serves 144 destinations, including 35 within Türkiye and 109 internationally across 53 countries. The airline facilitates connections between Türkiye and regions such as Europe, North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia through both direct and connecting flights. Pegasus integrates digital technologies and innovative solutions to improve the guest experience and actively works towards a cleaner, more equitable, and harmonious future, guided by its mission of "Moving Towards a Sustainable Future."
