Boeing has unveiled its news aircraft, 737-MAX 7, which is the third and the newest member of Boeing’s 737 MAX family to come down the assembly line. The jet is designed for up to 172 passengers and a maximum range of 3,850 nautical miles, which is the longest range on a MAX series airplane.
Boeing says that the technology improvements allow the MAX 7 to fly an extra 1,000 nautical miles while carrying more passengers than its predecessor, the 737-700. Fuel costs have been reduced by 18 percent per seat as well.
The new MAX 7 is also superior to the competition, as it can carry 12 more passengers and flys an extra 400 nautical miles compared to the Airbus A-319 neo. It also offers a 7 percent lower operating cost per seat.
Boeing Vice President Keith Leverkuhn told that for airline customers serving airports at high altitudes or remote locations, the MAX 7 is the ideal for their fleets.
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“This is the third 737 MAX family member our team has successfully introduced in just three years. That’s a phenomenal accomplishment and a testament to the dedication of the entire 737 team.” Keith Leverkuhn added.
The first MAX 7 will now undergo system checks, fueling and engine runs on the flight line in Renton. The airplane, first of the two MAX 7 flight test airplanes, will begin its flight testing program in the coming weeks.
The 737 MAX 7 is scheduled to enter service in 2019, following delivery to launch customer, Southwest Airlines.
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The entire 737 MAX family is designed to offer customers exceptional performance, with lower per-seat costs and an extended range that will open up new destinations in the single-aisle market. The MAX 8 entered service with customers across the globe last year, and the MAX 9 will start deliveries in the coming months. The MAX 10 was launched at last year’s Paris Air Show and is scheduled to enter service around 2020.
The 737 MAX is the fastest-selling airplane in Boeing history, accumulating more than 4,300 orders from 92 customers worldwide.
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