The new 737-10 addition will help the Canadian carrier to undertake an ambitious network expansion and will also assist the airline in meeting its long-term sustainability goals.
WestJet Airlines is determined to strengthen its commercial fleet and enhance services to Canada and North-America with an order for 42 Boeing 737 MAX -10s and options for an additional 22 jets. WestJet Airlines is the second-largest airline in Canada, only second to Air Canada, operating an average of 777 flights and carrying more than 66,130 passengers per day. WestJet, with orders for the new Boeing 737 MAX jets expanding its fleet, aims to support the growth of the aviation industry in Canada.
The new 737-10 addition will help the Canadian carrier to undertake an ambitious network expansion. The jets will also assist the airline in meeting its long-term sustainability goals powered by industry-leading fuel efficiency and reliability.
Canada is home to one of Boeing’s largest international supply bases with more than 550 suppliers and partners. Boeing currently contributes CAD ~$5.3 billion in economic benefit to Canada annually, supporting more than 20,000 jobs. Boeing’s Winnipeg fabrication site builds composite components for the 737 MAX and other Boeing models.
“The 737-10 will be a game changer, with one of the lowest costs per seat among mid-range aircraft. This will foster our low-cost positioning and affordability for Canadians,” said Alexis von Hoensbroech, chief executive officer, WestJet Group. “In addition, with its lower fuel consumption and reduced emissions, the 737-10 will further improve the environmental footprint of our fleet,” he further added.
Since launching its business with three 737s in 1996, WestJet has grown its Boeing fleet to more than 100 airplanes including the 737-8 and 787 Dreamliner. Including the 737-10, the Calgary-based carrier has more than 60 firm orders for the 737 MAX family.
According to Boeing, each 737-10 will reduce CO2 emissions by millions of pounds per year in comparison to the airplanes it replaces, enabling greater sustainability. As Boeing’s largest and most efficient single-aisle jet, the Boeing 737-10 seats up to 230 passengers with a range of 3,100 nautical miles. WestJet Airlines also has more than 15 737-8s in-service, carrying 178 passengers with a range of up to 3,500 nautical miles. Together, the two models will enhance the airline’s environmental performance for short- and medium-haul air travel.
“The 737-10 will provide WestJet with additional capacity and unrivalled efficiency as the airline expands its network of destinations across Canada and around the world,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We are proud that WestJet sees the value of the 737 MAX family and is adding the 737-10 to complement the 737-8 for outstanding capability, flexibility and improved sustainability.”
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