Boeing and Alaska Airlines announced this Wednesday, the 7th, the largest aircraft order ever made by the North American airline. The agreement provides for the acquisition of 105 737-10 jets, with the option to purchase another 35 units of the largest model in the 737 MAX family, in addition to five widebody 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The acquisition is part of Alaska’s long-term plan to expand its domestic and international network.
The 737-10 will be primarily intended for high-density routes, replacing the company’s fleet of single-aisle aircraft. The 787 will reinforce international expansion, with emphasis on long-haul markets.
“This fleet investment builds on the solid foundation the company has created to support steady, scalable and sustainable growth, and is another important step in executing our Alaska Accelerate strategic plan,” said Alaska Air Group CEO and President Ben Minicucci.
Boeing highlighted that the order marks 60 years of partnership between the companies, which began with the delivery of a 727.
Alaska Airlines currently operates 248 737 jets and has orders for 174 units of the 737 MAX family. The company already has five 787s in operation and, with the new purchase, now has 12 aircraft of the model in its portfolio.
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