Press Release

Tokyo, JAPAN – Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced the decision to introduce 17 additional Boeing 737-8 aircraft from The Boeing Company (Boeing). This follows JAL’s March 2023 announcement of an order for 21 Boeing 737-8 aircraft (*1), which will replace the single-aisle Boeing 737-800 aircraft currently serving mainly on domestic routes.

In addition to the Boeing 737-8 aircraft added to the domestic fleet, 11 Airbus A321neo aircraft will be introduced to replace the Boeing 767 aircraft, primarily on routes to and from Haneda. Renewing the fleet in line with supply and demand will further enhance profitability.
(*1) Press Release March 23, 2023: Japan Airlines Selects 737-8 to Grow Sustainable World-Class Fleet

In the international market, JAL plans to introduce 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft (*2) and 20 Airbus A350-900 aircraft (*3), with ZIPAIR also introducing Boeing 787-9 aircraft by reassigning aircraft from JAL. By fiscal year 2030, the scale of the international business is expected to expand by approximately 1.5 times compared to fiscal year 2023, including growth in both full-service carriers and LCCs. The business will particularly expand by increasing the number of flights, especially on North American and Asian routes, which are expected to see significant growth in the future, and by increasing the number of seats offered through larger aircraft, thus improving service quality and convenience.

(*2) Press Release July 23, 2024: Japan Airlines Signs Purchase Agreement for Additional Boeing 787-9 Aircraft
(*3) Press Release July 23, 2024: Japan Airlines Signs Purchase Agreement for Airbus A350-900 and A321neo Aircraft
(*4) Press Release March 19, 2025: ZIPAIR to Double its Fleet Size by Adding the Boeing 787-9 Aircraft

Including the newly introduced Boeing 737-8 aircraft, the JAL Group will have a total of approximately 90 aircraft in its fleet and is preparing for the introduction of new aircraft with a flexible fleet plan. This plan aims to ensure growth by placing aircraft orders early in anticipation of growth beyond 2030. 

By accelerating the introduction of state-of-the-art aircraft, JAL strives to significantly enhance the quality of service provided to customers. Additionally, by upgrading to more fuel-efficient aircraft, the company is committed to further reducing CO2 emissions, thereby contributing to a more sustainable future. 

【Breakdown of Confirmed Aircraft Order】

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