SEATTLE, March 4,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and
American Airlines announced today the carrier will further
modernize its global fleet with its first order for the largest 737
MAX airplane. American is committing to 115 of the 737-10 model,
which includes a new order for 85 jets and a conversion of a
previous order for 30 of the smaller 737-8 variant. The airline is
also announcing options to purchase 75 additional 737-10 jets in
the future.
"Over the past decade, we have invested heavily to modernize and
simplify our fleet, which is the largest and youngest among U.S.
network carriers," said American's CEO Robert Isom. "These orders will continue to fuel
our fleet with newer, more efficient aircraft so we can continue to
deliver the best network and record-setting operational reliability
for our customers."
With this agreement, American will more than double its 737 MAX
order book from about 70 airplanes to more than 150, supporting the
airline's long-term growth strategy with highly efficient jets for
its domestic and short-haul international network. The 737-10 will
complement American's current fleet of 737-8 airplanes, allowing
the airline to tap into the 737 MAX family's commonality and
flexibility to efficiently meet growing travel demand.
- 737-8: Delivering improvements in fuel, emissions
and cost performance, the 737-8 can fly 3,500 nautical miles
(6,480 km) and seats 162 to 210 passengers depending on
configuration.
- 737-10: Offering the best per-seat economics of any
single-aisle airplane, the 737-10 can carry up to 230 passengers
and offers a range of up to 3,100 nautical miles (5,740 km).
"We deeply appreciate American Airlines' trust in Boeing and its
confidence in the 737 MAX family. American's selection of the
737-10 will provide even greater efficiency, commonality and
flexibility for its global network and operations," said
Stan Deal, president and CEO of
Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "Our team here at Boeing is committed
to delivering on this new order and supporting American's strategic
growth with one of the industry's largest and most modern
fleets."
With firm orders for more than 150 737 MAXs and 25 787
Dreamliners, American will add more than 180 Boeing airplanes to
its fleet in the next decade.
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International Sales Communications
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
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