Boeing's 727 came about after the successful development and launch of its mid-to long-range 707 model, which made its first flight in December 1957 and began its commercial career in October 1958.

The deal included 30 Boeing aircraft. South Florida Business Journal. Select a City South Florida Business ... Eastern Airlines is converting passenger planes to freight haulers in Kansas City.

The country's top three airlines – Air China, China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines – have plans to take delivery of 45, 53 and 81 Boeing planes, respectively, between 2025-2027 ...