SEATTLE, April 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA)
today delivered the 8,000th 737 to come off the production line to
United Airlines, marking another important milestone for the
world's best-selling airplane. The airplane, a Next-Generation
737-900ER (Extended Range), features a special logo.
The 737 is the first commercial airplane in history to reach
this delivery milestone. The program has a strong backlog with more
than 3,700 airplanes on order, including 1,934 orders for the new
737 MAX.
"The 737 program continues to innovate with new features and
technology, meeting the needs of our customers now and into the
future," said Beverly Wyse, vice
president and general manager, 737 program, Boeing Commercial
Airplanes. "Boeing has a long and treasured history with United
Airlines, and we're proud they're taking delivery of this milestone
airplane."
United was the first airline to order and take delivery of the
737-200. Since 1965, United has taken delivery of more than 550
737s and operated nearly every model.
"We're thrilled to celebrate this huge achievement with Boeing,"
said Ron Baur, vice president of
fleet, United Airlines. "The 737 has been an integral part of our
narrowbody fleet and we are pleased to continue this tradition by
being the North American launch customer for the new 737 MAX
9."
Baur said United's 737-900ER delivered today, along with 737 MAX
airplanes the airline has on order, will replace older, less fuel
efficient aircraft while providing a superior passenger
experience.
Contact:
Dina Weiss
737 Communications
425-237-2330
dina.m.weiss@boeing.com
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SOURCE Boeing