Southwest expects Boeing 737 MAX 7 certification in August 2026, first flights in 2027
Carrier maintains fleet plans without the new aircraft as regulatory delays continue to impact Boeing’s production and delivery schedules
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Southwest Airlines unveils upgraded Boeing 737 MAX 8 with new cabin features
US carrier introduces assigned seating, premium cabin, and baggage fees in strategic overhaul
United Nigeria Airlines to acquire six Boeing 737-800 from Southwest
Carrier to triple fleet size with aircraft deliveries starting in 2026, including options for four more jets
End of an era: Southwest to end two-free bag policy per flight
U.S. ultra-low-cost carrier was the only major airline still offering the free bag, but losses prompted a change in strategy
Southwest sends 737 MAX 8 back to Boeing after "Dutch roll" damage
Aircraft was flying from Phoenix to Oakland on May 25 when it experienced violent oscillations at 32,000 feet. Passengers and crew were not injured
Southwest Boeing 737 loses engine cover and increases paranoia with manufacturer
The 737-800 aircraft had taken off from Denver on Sunday and returned to the airport 25 minutes later. FAA said it will investigate episode
New delay? Southwest does not expect Boeing 737 MAX 7 certification before April
Launch customer plans to receive first jet between October and November 2024, according to chief operating officer
Largest Boeing 737 customer in the world, Southwest orders another 108 737 MAX 7
Expansion of the purchase commitment increased the US carrier's order book to more than 500 aircraft of the model, the 737-7 version of which has not yet been certified
United Airlines reaches one hundred Boeing 737 MAX
In 12 months, the US airline has more than doubled its single-aisle jet fleet, but it still trails Southwest Airlines
Southwest aircraft marks resumption of 737 MAX deliveries
Boeing returned to send a jet of the model to its customers after repairs in wiring determined by the FAA