Southwest Airlines orders 108 additional Boeing 737 MAX jets
Southwest Airlines announced Thursday that it has increased its commitment to the 737 MAX family with a new order for 108 737-7 aircraft.
“We have a long history with Boeing, dating back more than 50 years to the day we commenced service with three Boeing 737 aircraft serving three cities,” said Bob Jordan, president & Chief Executive Officer of Southwest Airlines. “They’re part of our history and part of our future as we continue to recognize the many efficiencies and cost savings of a single fleet.”
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Once certified, the 737-7 will join the airline’s fleet.
Southwest has ordered more than 300 737-7 aircraft, bringing its backlog to more than 500 MAX.
The 737-7 has the longest range in its class, capable of flying up to 3,800 nautical miles and carrying up to 172 passengers. The enhanced environmental performance of the 737 MAX allows carriers to reduce fuel use compared to the previous generation of airplanes.
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