Alaska Airlines Orders 50 Boeing 737s

Alaska Airlines has signed a firm order for 20 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, 17 737 MAX 9s and 13 Next-Generation 737-900ERs.

The order, valued at more than $5 billion at current list prices, is the largest in Alaska Airlines' history.

"This order positions us for growth and ensures that we'll continue to operate the quietest and most fuel-efficient aircraft available for the foreseeable future. That means our customers will continue to enjoy a comfortable inflight experience, low fares and excellent on-time performance," Alaska Airlines President and CEO, Brad Tilden, said. "We value our longstanding relationship with Boeing and look forward to painting 'Proudly All Boeing' on the nose of our aircraft for many, many years into the future."

The 737 MAX incorporates the latest-technology CFM International LEAP-1B engines.

Alaska Airlines currently operates 120 Boeing 737s. The new order, plus 25 existing firm delivery positions, gives the carrier the flexibility to manage the size of its fleet to meet air travel demand over the next decade.

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