New 737 Aircraft Will Continue To Drive Down Costs
Increases crew productivity
- No additional staffing required, same rates as 717 crews
- 17% increase in seats
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Transcontinental range increases productivity
- Daily utilization now 12-13 hrs/day vs. 11 hrs/day on 717’s
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Even better fuel economy than the 717 per seat
Order timing was at the bottom of the market
- Negotiated maintenance agreements as part of purchase to ensure lowest combined ownership and maintenance