Delta picks Boeing MAX jets over Airbus aircraft

Delta Air Lines, the U.S. mega-carrier has decided to go with the Boeing 737 MAX jet to modernize its single-aisle fleet with a deal that marks a major switch away from Airbus. 

The airline and Boeing announced the agreement at Farnborough International Airshow and is for 100 Boeing 737 MAX 10 Jets with an option for 30 more planes. 

"The Boeing 737-[MAX] 10 will be an important addition to Delta's fleet as we shape a more sustainable future for air travel, with an elevated customer experience, improved fuel efficiency and best-in-class performance," said Ed Bastian, Delta's chief executive officer. "These new aircraft provide superior operating economics and network flexibility, and the agreement reflects our prudent approach to deploying our capital."

Most importantly, Bastian said, "This aircraft will be piloted, served and maintained by the very best professionals in the business, and it's their hard work and dedication to our customers that always sets us apart."

Air Models have a range of aircraft models, including some special 737 MAX models, including this one in the colours of flydubai.  

Other airlines featured include Air China,  Xiamen Air and China Southern 

Delta says it has selected the MAX 10 because the aircraft can cover 99% of its single-aisle routes around the world, seating up to 230 passengers with a maximum range of 3,300 nautical miles. It is also getting a massive discount off list prices for the aircraft, which includes support.

Nearly one-third of the aircraft’s 182 seats will be premium seating, with 20 customers in First Class, 33 in Delta Comfort+ and 129 in Main Cabin. The airline is installing the Boeing Sky Interior, highlighted by modern sculpted sidewalls and window reveals, with in-flight entertainment and power ports in every seat; high-speed satellite Wi-Fi throughout the aircraft; and on-demand video content available through Delta Studio. The cabin will also feature LED lighting that enhances the aircraft’s sense of spaciousness and large pivoting overhead bins.

"We are proud that Delta Air Lines, is renewing its single-aisle fleet with the 737 MAX, the industry's most fuel-efficient family of airplanes," said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "Built in our factory in Washington state with support from key suppliers across the US, the 737-10 will provide Delta Air Lines with the best economics to carry more passengers across its short and medium-haul routes."

As part of today's announcement, Delta Air Lines has also contracted with Boeing Global Services for a full interior reconfiguration of 29 Next Generation 737-900ERs in its fleet. This will support having these aeroplanes ready to enter Delta Air Lines 2025 summer schedule with fully refreshed interiors.