Boeing Secures Major Jet Orders from Central Asian Airlines at C5+1 Summit

Boeing has strengthened its global footprint with new aircraft deals across Central Asia, announced during the C5+1 Summit in Washington marking the 10th anniversary of diplomatic cooperation between the United States and five Central Asian nations. The U.S. Commerce Department confirmed agreements to sell up to 37 Boeing jets to airlines in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan—boosting American manufacturing exports and reinforcing economic ties in the region.

Kazakhstan’s national carrier, Air Astana, signed a deal to purchase up to 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners as part of its fleet modernization plan. The airline, which currently operates three Boeing 767 widebody jets connecting Kazakhstan to major destinations in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, plans to use the new aircraft to expand its long-haul network to North America.

In Tajikistan, Somon Air announced plans to acquire up to 14 Boeing aircraft—four 787-9 Dreamliners and ten 737 MAX jets—marking its first-ever widebody purchase. The airline currently operates six Boeing 737 Next-Generation airplanes serving 25 destinations and aims to introduce intercontinental routes from Dushanbe, its capital.

Uzbekistan Airways also expanded its Boeing partnership by converting previous options into firm orders for eight 787 Dreamliners, raising its total commitment to 22 aircraft. The move underscores the carrier’s strategy to enhance its international operations and passenger capacity.

The Trump administration highlighted these orders as part of its broader trade and economic diplomacy initiatives. Boeing, which has secured hundreds of jet orders this year through such international agreements, continues to pursue a major pending deal with China involving up to 500 aircraft—a potential milestone in the world’s second-largest aviation market.