en.Wedoany.com Reported - Cathay Pacific Airways Chief Executive Officer Ronald Lam revealed that the company's order of 35 Boeing 777-9 aircraft is expected to begin delivery by the end of 2027, though the exact timeline remains subject to type certification progress.

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Lam stated that the certification of the Boeing 777-9 is nearing completion, with only the "last mile" of issues optimistically remaining to be resolved before delivery. He emphasized that this new aircraft is not merely a model upgrade but will also feature an entirely new first-class product, making it highly significant for Cathay Pacific. The airline is currently in close communication with Boeing but has yet to receive a definitive delivery schedule.

Cathay Pacific's total aircraft orders now exceed 100, with some intended to replace older models and others to expand its fleet. Lam noted that since Hong Kong Airport fully activated its three runways in 2024, the next decade will be a golden opportunity period for the Cathay Group's growth. The company has made aircraft investment decisions targeting this growth window and will continue to assess fleet needs, placing additional orders at appropriate times.

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