Why Emirates Is Spending $5 Billion To Keep Its Boeing 777s Flying Longer

Emirates is in the midst of the largest retrofit program ever embarked upon by an airline. An eye-watering $5 billion worth of investment will bring 219 of its aging jets up to modern standards, positioning them to remain in service for years to come. Specifically, this will give them fresh interiors, in line with a wider industry shift toward premium-heavy products.