Hainan Airlines to take delivery of 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8s over next 10 years

Hainan Airlines stated (24-Jul-2014) the carrier's recently purchased 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8s will be delivered within the next 10 years. The specific delivery schedule of each aircraft will be negotiated according to industry international aircraft procurement practices. Hainan Group vice chairman and president Adam Tan previously said, "The 737 is the backbone of our single-aisle fleet…The new 737 MAX will help our airline grow, become more efficient and offer five-star service for our passengers." [more - original PR - Chinese]