Saudia receives first Dreamliner

Dubai

Boeing Co. said on Wednesday it has delivered its first Dreamliner 787 to Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia).

The airline took delivery of three aircraft from Boeing, two 787-9 Dreamliners and a 777-300ER (extended range), on Wednesday according to an emailed statement.

Boeing said Saudia will receive a third Dramliner “within the next week.”

The airline ordered eight 787-9s in 2010 and now operates a fleet of 48 Boeing aircraft including 777-200ERs and 747-400s.