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Despite ongoing production challenges, Boeing continues to deliver aircraft from its factories. United Airlines has recently received a Boeing 737 MAX 9 as part of a lease agreement with Aircastle, which includes five more aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2024 and 2025.
Aircastle announced the delivery of the first MAX 9 to United Airlines, highlighting that all six planes will be powered by CFM Leap engines and delivered from Boeing's Seattle facilities. Mike Inglese, CEO of Aircastle, stated, "We are proud to build upon our long relationship with United by delivering the most fuel-efficient new aircraft available. In furthering the modernization of United's fleet, we are playing our part as global aviation transitions towards more sustainable aircraft solutions."
Eric Harder, Vice President and Treasurer of United Airlines, expressed gratitude for the partnership with Aircastle, saying, "We are grateful for our ongoing partnership with Aircastle as we continue to modernize our fleet and execute our long-term growth strategy, delivering the next generation of aircraft to our customers."
