Boeing (BA) said Vietnam Airlines has finalized its first Boeing single-aisle order for 50 737 MAX airplanes. Vietnam Airlines currently operates 17 787 Dreamliners, serving regional and international routes between Vietnam and Europe. The addition of the 737-8 will enable Vietnam Airlines' domestic and regional route growth plans. Together, the 737 MAX and 787 deliver 20-25% fuel-use improvement compared to the airplanes they replace.
The 737-8 can carry up to 200 passengers depending on configuration with a range of up to 3,500 nautical miles for the airline's short- and medium-haul network expansion.
At last close, Boeing shares were trading at $238.93, down 2.09%.
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