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AA finalises new Boeing 737 deal

AA finalises new Boeing 737 deal American Airlines (AA) has announced the completion of an additional order for 26 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft.

This forms part of the 2009 to 2010 fleet renewal plans revealed by the operator earlier in the year and AA now has 36 737-800s on order with Boeing as well as fast tracking orders made in previous years.

Tom Horton, AA executive vice-president of finance and planning and chief financial officer, said in a statement that "American Airlines continues to execute its fleet renewal plan to control costs while prudently reinvesting in the travel experience for customers".

"Replacing MD-80s with 737s at current fuel prices provides financial benefits while enhancing the customer experience," he added.


Ray Conner, vice-president of sales at Boeing Commercial Airplanes, remarked that "Boeing and American Airlines have enjoyed a partnership that spans more than 50 years - back to the beginning of the commercial jet age".

He added that "today's announcement continues that long and successful history. These additional Next-Generation 737s will enhance American's fleet with newer, more efficient airplanes - lowering fuel costs and lessening the environmental impact of flying".

The 737-800 is the most popular version in Boeing's Next-Generation series of aircraft, largely due to its strong fuel efficiency, reliability and performances statistics.

It offers carriers a greater flexibility to service a wider variety of global markets while also achieving savings on fuel and operating costs.
Boeing has received over 5,000 orders for 737s from 117 carriers around the world, which represents in excess of $160 billion (£80 billion) at current list prices.

AA is also currently engaged with tying up a transatlantic three-way partnership with British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia.


Airline News posted on 19 August 2008

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