Alaska Airlines is expanding service from its Seattle–Tacoma International Airport hub by adding new Boeing Next Generation 737-900ER aircraft. The airline, which operates an all-Boeing fleet, recently placed an order that brings its total number of Boeing jets on order to 74.
“We love having Seattle as our home and buying locally built airplanes is a point of pride for us,” said Brad Tilden, president and CEO of Alaska Airlines. He noted that the new aircraft will enhance the customer experience with upgraded interiors, including leather Recaro seats with increased legroom, power outlets at every seat and larger overhead bins.
The 737-900ERs are intended to replace Alaska’s older 737-400s, supporting network growth while reducing operating costs. These newer jets can carry about 25 percent more passengers than the 737-400s while consuming roughly the same amount of fuel, improving efficiency on a per-seat basis.
By investing in the Next Generation 737-900ERs, Alaska Airlines aims to expand capacity from its Seattle hub, offer passengers a more comfortable in-flight experience and maintain fuel efficiency as it modernizes its fleet.