Boeing, SpiceJet announce deal for up to 205 airplanes

New Delhi, India – Boeing and SpiceJet officials have announced a commitment for up to 205 airplanes.

Booked at the end of 2016, the announcement includes 100 new 737 MAX 8s, SpiceJet's current order for 42 MAXs, 13 additional 737 MAXs which were previously attributed to an unidentified customer on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website, as well as purchase rights for 50 additional airplanes.

"The Boeing 737 class of aircraft has been the backbone of our fleet since SpiceJet began, with its high reliability, low operation economies, and comfort," said Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director, SpiceJet. "With the next generation of 737 and the 737 MAX we are sure that we can be competitive and grow profitably."

SpiceJet, all-Boeing jet operator, placed its first order with Boeing in 2005 for Next-Generation (NG) 737s and currently operates 32 737 NGs in its fleet.

"We are honored to build upon more than a decade of partnership with SpiceJet with their commitment of up to 205 airplanes," said Ray Conner, vice chairman, The Boeing Co. 

The 737 MAX incorporates latest technology CFM International LEAP-1B engines, Advanced Technology winglets, and other improvements to offer 20% lower fuel use than the first Next-Generation 737s.

Source: Boeing