Qatar Airways places record-breaking order for 210 Boeing jets, boosting U.S. jobs and expanding its global fleet of fuel-efficient widebody aircraft.

The Boeing Company BA recently secured an order from AviLease, a Saudi Arabian aircraft lessor, to supply 20 of its 737-8 aircraft, with options to deliver 10 more. This contract win should significantly boost Boeing’s commercial airplane business segment.

As part of a $96 billion deal, GE Aerospace will provide engines for up to 210 American-made Boeing aircraft ordered by Qatar Airways.

WASHINGTON — Boeing has secured a pair of major orders in the Middle East during a visit to the region by President Donald Trump. The American aerospace manufacturer confirmed a $96 billion order from Qatar, one day after announcing an order from a company in Saudi Arabia for 20 737-8 jets and options for 10 additional aircraft.

Boeing has published its latest orders and deliveries data which show that the manufacturer has already exceeded 50% of last year’s delivery total.