Delta Air Lines announced an order for 100 Next-Generation 737-900ER (extended range) airplanes. The order, with a list-price value of more than $8.5 billion, is part of Delta’s fleet renewal effort to replace its less efficient domestic airplanes. Delta ordered 200 CFM56-7BE engines to power the new aircrafts, scheduled to begin delivery in 2013. The engine order is valued at approximately $2.2 billion at list price.
The Boeing 737-900ER is the newest member of the Next-Generation 737 airplane family. It also is the highest capacity, longest-range airplane in Boeing’s single-aisle fleet. New aerodynamic and structural design changes allow the airplane to carry up to 180 passengers in a typical two-class layout. All of the airplanes will feature the new Boeing Sky Interior.
