Alaska Airlines makes biggest Boeing aircraft order in its 90-year history

Alaska Airlines announced the carrier is expanding its 737 MAX fleet with an order for 52 airplanes, for an additional 42 737-10 and 10 737-9 jets.

With the order, the airline is advancing its efforts to build one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in the industry.

"This investment secures aircraft to optimize our growth through the next decade, which we know will be a formidable competitive advantage

The 737 MAX family provides the carrier with enhanced reliability and improved fuel efficiency to help meet its short- and long-term growth strategy.

With the new agreement, Alaska's unfilled orderbook for 737 MAXs totals more than 100 jets.

As Alaska Airlines sustainably grows its fleet, the 737 MAX family offers environmental performance and flexibility to expand service across its route network,

Alaska Airlines currently operates 35 737-9 airplanes, which the airline configures to seat 178 passengers.

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