Skyward Bound

Dubai Airshow opens with Emirates’ $38 billion Boeing order

The UAE's flagship airline will also roll out SpaceX’s Starlink across its fleet, with the first flight to offer the boosted Wi-Fi service scheduled for Nov. 23.

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An experimental Boeing 777X aircraft at the Dubai Airshow

By

Omnia Al Desoukie

November 17, 2025

Emirates set the tone on Day 1 of the Dubai Airshow with a $38 billion order for 65 Boeing 777-9s, offering the aircraft giant a timely reprieve as it works to steady the long-delayed 777X program.

Sheikh Ahmed...