AerCap Expands Dreamliner Fleet with 15 Additional 787-9 Jets

The agreement grants AerCap substitution rights, allowing the lessor to pivot toward the larger 787-10 variant. This flexibility permits airline customers to scale capacity—the 787-10 offers 50 additional seats—while achieving a 25% reduction in fuel consumption and emissions compared to older generation aircraft. Aengus Kelly, CEO of AerCap, noted that the 787 family remains a cornerstone of the company’s fleet due to its operating economics and versatility across diverse global networks.

Since taking delivery of its first Dreamliner in 2013, AerCap has leveraged the platform to help carriers modernize fleets without the capital constraints of direct purchases. Stephanie Pope, CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, emphasized that this continued investment reinforces the Dreamliner’s role in opening new nonstop routes. With over 540 new city pairs served by the 787 family since its inception, the aircraft remains a primary tool for carriers aiming to balance long-haul connectivity with environmental sustainability goals.