© Boeing Boeing has completed the firm configuration of its 737 MAX 8 single-aisle airliner. This milestone marks completion of the m...
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Boeing has completed the firm configuration of its 737 MAX 8 single-aisle airliner. This milestone marks completion of the major trade studies that define the capabilities of the 737 MAX family. Boeing engineers has began the detailed design process. As detailed designs are completed and released, production can begin. Final assembly of the 737 MAX 8 is scheduled to begin in 2015 with first delivery scheduled for the third quarter of 2017.
The 737 MAX will be 13 percent more fuel-efficient than today's most efficient single-aisle airplanes and 8 percent more fuel-efficient per seat than tomorrow's competition. It will be the fourth generation of the 737 family.
The configuration includes new LEAP-1B engines from CFM International that are optimized for the 737 MAX, a redesigned tail cone and the Boeing designed Advanced Technology Winglet to reduce fuel use. Other changes incorporated include upgrades to the flight deck displays,an electronic bleed air system and fly-by-wire spoiler flight controls.The passenger-preferred Boeing Sky Interior will come standard on the 737 MAX.
"The 737 MAX will not only be the most fuel-efficient airplane, it will maintain the 737's industry-leading reliability," said KeithLeverkuhn, vice president and program manager, 737 MAX program, Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
Additionally the MAX will take advantage of advancements in connectivity.
The 737 MAX family includes the 737 MAX 7,737 MAX 8 and 737 MAX 9 and will serve the 100- to over 200-seat market. The 737 MAX will extend the Next-Generation 737 range advantage with the capability to fly more than 3,500 nautical miles (6,482 km), an increase of 400-540 nmi (741-1,000 km) over the Next-Generation 737. First delivery of the 737 MAX 9 is planned for 2018 followed by first delivery of the MAX 7 in 2019.
To date, the 737 MAX has accumulated orders for 1,495 airplanes.
Source: www.boeing.com
