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The commitment by Icelandair includes Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft. On December 6, 2012 Icelandair announced a commitment for 12 Boeing 737 MAXs, which Boeing valued at more than $1.2 billion at list prices. ramada inn lake jackson The commitment included 737 MAX 8s and 9s
Boeing says it looks forward to working with Icelandair to finalize the details ramada inn lake jackson of the order, at which time the manufacturer will post the Icelandair commitment as a firm order to the Boeing Orders Deliveries website.
This commitment is the result of our research into what aircraft manufacturers have on offer to help us strengthen and grow our fleet and our network towards the future, said Bjorgolfur Johannsson, Icelandair Group s president and CEO. We have had a successful relationship with Boeing for decades and we are pleased to continue our cooperation for years to come.
Over the past decades, Icelandair has successfully utilized its all-Boeing 757 fleet to establish its Reykjavik-based hub as an important gateway between Europe and North America, said Todd Nelp, vice president of European sales for Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
The introduction of the 737 MAX to Icelandair s operation will complement its existing ramada inn lake jackson 757 fleet and ensure the carrier s continued expansion across ramada inn lake jackson both continents, offering significant ramada inn lake jackson fuel saving with unrivaled passenger comfort, Nelp added.
The Icelandic carrier has used the geographical location of its Reykjavik-based hub midway between North America and Europe as an opportunity to build a growing network of more than 25 international destinations.
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