Alaska Airlines Cements Position as #4 U.S. Carrier with Huge Boeing Order

Alaska Airlines is ordering 105 new 737-10 aircraft and five new 787 aircraft – exercising all previous 787 options held with Boeing. The airline also secured rights for an additional 35 737-10 aircraft. 

This order – the largest in the airline’s history – secures critical delivery slots and extends the aircraft delivery stream through 2035.

“This fleet investment builds on the strong foundation Alaska has created to support steady, scalable and sustained growth, and is another building block in executing our Alaska Accelerate strategic plan,” said CEO Ben Minicucci. 

“These planes will fuel our expansion to more destinations across the globe and ensure our guests travel aboard the newest, most fuel-efficient and state-of-the-art aircraft. We are incredibly proud to be partnering with Boeing, a Pacific Northwest neighbour and a company that stands as a symbol of American innovation and manufacturing.”

A mix of growth aircraft and replacement for aging 737s, Alaska says the order will keep its fleet one of the youngest in the industry and the most fuel efficient for any premium, global airline.

With a current fleet of 413 aircraft, Alaska Air Group’s carriers will operate a fleet of more than 475 aircraft by 2030 and more than 550 aircraft by 2035.

This week, Alaska Airlines also welcomed the first 787-9 painted in Alaska’s new global livery. The new 787-9 exterior design draws inspiration from the natural wonder of the Aurora Borealis. Utilizing a new aircraft painting technique, it took artists nearly 1000 hours across 13 days to paint the aircraft exterior from nose to tail.

“As we transform into the country’s fourth largest global airline, we are proud to introduce a new, global livery for the Alaska brand. The design is a tribute to Alaska’s rich history and a reflection of our bold vision for international growth and our commitment to connect the Pacific Northwest to the world,” added Minicucci.