China Eastern Airlines’ opts for 50 Next-Generation 737-800s

China Eastern Airlines’ decided to purchase 50 Next-Generation 737-800s as stated in their public disclosure to the Hong Kong stock exchange on July 9th. The airplanes will be operated by China United Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the China Eastern Airlines, and other branches and subsidiaries of the carrier. The order will be posted on Boeing’s Orders & Deliveries website once all contingencies are cleared.