China Airlines announces intent to order six Boeing 777 Freighters

China Airlines has announced its intent to order up to six Boeing 777 Freighters in a bid to modernise its cargo fleet, the company said. China Airlines plans to transition to the world’s largest and longest range twin-engine freighter as it launches operations from Taipei to North America and Europe – two key markets that provide higher yields for the carrier. “Air cargo is an important part of our overall business and the introduction of these new Boeing 777 Freighters will play an integral role in our long-term growth strategy,” said China Airlines chairman Hsieh Su-Chien. “As we transition our Freighter