In the largest order in Indian aviation history, Air India has placed a USD 11 billion order with United States major Boeing. Ordering 23 Boeing 777s including several that extended ranges. This procurement will allow Air India to become more economical through the creation of direct routes to the United States. Air India currently has a 41 aircraft fleet and this order will replace its ageing 747s. Boeing said that India and China would drive the growth of its business and committed to a regional maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility.