Southwest Airlines orders 108 additional Boeing 737 MAX jets
Source: Boeing Launch customer for 737-7 increases orderbook for variant to more than 300 Southwest relying on 737 MAX fuel efficiency and reliability to modernize fleet and expand network Boeing and Southwest Airlines announced today the carrier is increasing its commitment to the fuel-efficient 737 MAX family with an order for 108 737-7s. The new deal supports Southwest's modernization strategy and provides flexibility to expand its fleet. "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 [...]