Boeing Delivers The Last 737 Next Gen Aircraft


Seattle based commercial aircraft manufacturer Boeing has just delivered the last of its 737 Next Gen aircraft to Japan’s Skymark Airlines.
Skymark Ailines get the last ever Boeing 737NG. Photo: Skymark Airlines
The final delivery of this epic airplane sees the end of a production run for Boeing that lasted 22 years. During this period the world’s largest commercial aircraft manufacturer produced more than 7,000 units according to Airway1.
The end of the 737 Next Gen saw the final aircraft roll out of the Renton, Washington factory where it went through its test flights before leaving Boeing Field for Japan.
Destined to be delivered to Skymark Airlines, the final 737-800 was purchased by BOC Aviation leasing group, who then passed it on to their Japanese customer.
This latest delivery to BOC also ends one of Boeings longest-running contracts which began 18 years ago.
Since placing their first order, BOC has received 209 aircraft, of which 161were 737-800NGs.
While talking about their latest aircraft and the relationship with Skymark Airlines, a press release from BOC read:
‘The Boeing 737-800NG has been a cornerstone of our company’s development, with 84 currently operating in our owned fleet,’ said Robert Martin, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, BOC Aviation. ‘Reliability and operational efficiency have been hallmarks of this aircraft program and we believe these will remain characteristics in the future,’ he added. ‘We are also delighted to be celebrating an important milestone with Skymark Airlines as it continues to build its fleet and network on modern technology aircraft.’

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