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Seattle, Washington, March 25, 2025 – Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) today finalized an order for 17 737-8s to leverage the fuel efficiency and flexibility of the 737 MAX. The airline aims to launch the new 737 MAX jets on its robust domestic network, amid continued record-breaking tourism. This marks JAL’s second order for the 737-8 and nearly doubles its 737 MAX backlog to 38 firm orders.
JAL will benefit from the market-leading capabilities of the 737-8, which reduces fuel use and carbon emissions by 15% compared to the Next-Generation 737-800s the airline is replacing. Commonality across the 737 family allows JAL to seamlessly integrate the 737-8 into its existing fleet.
With the 737-8, JAL will debut the Boeing Sky Interior, offering passengers an elevated cabin experience featuring advanced LED lighting, larger windows and spacious overhead bins.
As a longtime Boeing customer, JAL currently operates 767s, 777s and Next-Generation 737-800s, and was among the first airlines to operate the 787 Dreamliner. With a mix of more than 50 787-8s and 787-9s already in operation, JAL recently ordered 10 additional 787-9s to meet growing demand for international travel.