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Alaska Airlines has placed its largest aircraft order to date with Boeing, committing to 110 jets and securing options for 35 more. The deal includes 105 Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft and five Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, marking a major step in fleet modernisation and international expansion. The order reflects renewed confidence in Boeing's manufacturing controls following earlier safety issues. It also aligns with Alaska's post-merger strategy after acquiring Hawaiian Airlines to strengthen long-haul operations.
Alaska Airlines has confirmed its biggest aircraft purchase so far by signing an agreement with Boeing for 110 new planes, alongside options for an additional 35 aircraft. The order comprises 105 Boeing 737 MAX 10 jets and five Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners, positioning the airline for steady domestic growth and a wider international footprint. Advertisement
The decision comes after a period of closer scrutiny of Boeing's production processes. Alaska Airlines had earlier grounded part of its fleet following a mid-air door plug blowout involving a Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft, which led to enhanced inspections and oversight. Since then, the airline has deployed its own quality inspectors at Boeing facilities and increased monitoring across the manufacturing process, helping restore confidence in the aircraft maker.
The Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft will form the backbone of Alaska's narrow-body fleet, replacing older planes and supporting higher-capacity routes with improved fuel efficiency. These jets are expected to play a key role in optimising operational costs while maintaining network reliability across domestic and short-haul international routes.
The inclusion of Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners marks a significant step toward long-haul expansion. These wide-body aircraft are intended to support new international services, particularly to Europe and Asia, where Alaska plans to build a stronger presence. The move follows the airline's acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, which brought long-haul experience and access to transpacific routes into the group.
With this order, Alaska Airlines plans to increase its total fleet size from about 413 aircraft to more than 475 in the coming years, with a longer-term ambition to exceed 550 aircraft by the mid-2030s. The expansion strategy is closely tied to the operational integration of Hawaiian Airlines, including efforts to align pilot, cabin crew, and maintenance workforce structures for greater flexibility.
Market reaction to the announcement was mixed, with shares of both Alaska Airlines and Boeing closing slightly lower on the day. Despite this, the order underlines Alaska's confidence in long-term air travel demand and its intention to position itself as a stronger global carrier beyond its traditional U.S. West Coast focus.
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