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SINGAPORE --- The Boeing Company is pleased that New Delhi-based SpiceJet, India`s newest low-cost carrier, has announced it will exercise options for 10 Next-Generation 737s, including five 737-800s and five 737-900ERs, and has secured 10 additional options.
"The 737 continues to play an integral role in meeting the needs of India`s rapidly growing aviation market, and we are thrilled that this outstanding customer is reaffirming its commitment to the Next-Generation 737 family by finalizing this agreement," said Dinesh Keskar, vice president of Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
"The 737-900ER offers 9 percent lower operating costs per trip and 7 percent lower operating costs per seat than its competitor."
The Next-Generation 737 flies higher, faster, farther and more quietly than comparable airplanes, while offering greater fuel efficiency. The 737 airplane family is the world`s best-selling commercial jet airplane, with more than 6,100 ordered by 231 customers.
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