SEATTLE, Oct. 26,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Alaska
Airlines today announced the carrier is expanding its 737 MAX fleet
with an order for 52 airplanes, exercising options for an
additional 42 737-10 and 10 737-9 jets. With the order, the airline
is advancing its efforts to build one of the most efficient and
sustainable fleets in the industry.
"This investment secures aircraft to optimize our growth through
the next decade, which we know will be a formidable competitive
advantage," said Alaska Airlines CEO Ben
Minicucci. "We're proud of the strong financial foundation
that uniquely positions Alaska to
make this commitment to our future, and of the fantastic
partnership we share with our hometown aircraft manufacturer at
Boeing."
The 737 MAX family provides the carrier with enhanced
reliability and improved fuel efficiency to help meet its short-
and long-term growth strategy. With the new agreement, Alaska's unfilled orderbook for 737 MAXs
totals more than 100 jets. By the end of 2023, the airline expects
to have an all-Boeing mainline fleet.
"As Alaska Airlines sustainably grows its fleet, the 737 MAX
family offers environmental performance and flexibility to expand
service across its route network," said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing
Commercial Airplanes. "Built in our Renton factory near Alaska's headquarters in Washington state, these airplanes will carry
passengers to destinations for years to come."
Alaska Airlines currently operates 35 737-9 airplanes, which the
airline configures to seat 178 passengers. With Boeing's largest
and most efficient single-aisle jet, the airline will utilize the
737-10 to provide further route flexibility and service. The 737-10
can seat 204 passengers in a two-class configuration with a range
of 3,100 nautical miles.The 737 MAX reduces fuel use and emissions
by 20% compared to the airplanes it replaces.
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops,
manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products
and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a
top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global
supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and
community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating
for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a
culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and
integrity. Join our team and find your purpose at
boeing.com/careers.
Contact
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International Sales Communications
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
+1 206-240-1786
adam.j.mertz@boeing.com
Jessica Kowal
Boeing Media Relations
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