All articles tagged with #boeing 737 max 10
United Airlines must decide what to do with its planned lie-flat premium seats for the Boeing 737 Max 10 after years of certification delays, since the interiors won’t fit other airplanes; while awaiting Max 10 approval expected around 2027, United has moved to outfitting an Airbus A321neo subfleet with premium seating and continues to hold 167 Max 10 orders.
American Airlines has placed an order for 260 new narrowbody jets, including 85 Airbus A321neo, 90 Embraer E175 regional jets, and 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft. The order also involves retrofitting existing Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft with new interiors and power outlets. The airline plans to use the new aircraft to upgauge some domestic and short-haul routes, expand its fleet, and increase premium-heavy aircraft. This order comes amid ongoing supply chain and production issues in the aviation industry.
American Airlines is ordering 260 new narrow-body jets, including 85 Boeing 737 Max 10s and 85 Airbus A321neos, as well as planning to grow its first class on some of its narrow-body planes starting in 2025. The order is a vote of confidence for Boeing, which has been struggling with production flaws and delays, and reflects the airline's response to high demand for premium seats.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby expressed doubt about the airline's order for Boeing 737 Max 10 planes due to ongoing delays and the recent grounding of the 737 Max 9 fleet after a manufacturing problem. The airline, which has the largest fleet of 737 Max 9 aircraft, is considering fleet plans without the Max 10. This decision comes as the ongoing grounding is expected to drive a first-quarter loss for the airline.