Boeing completes successful 737-10 first flight

Boeing has completed a successful first flight of its 737-10. The airplane took off from Renton Field in Renton, Washington on 18 June, at 10:07am and landed at 12:38pm at Boeing Field in Seattle.

“The airplane performed beautifully,” said 737 Chief Pilot Captain Jennifer Henderson. “The profile we flew allowed us to test the airplane’s systems, flight controls and handling qualities, all of which checked out exactly as we expected.”

Today’s flight was the start of a comprehensive test program for the 737-10. Boeing will work closely with regulators to certify the airplane prior to its scheduled entry into service in 2023.

“The 737-10 is an important part of our customers’ fleet plans, giving them more capacity, greater fuel efficiency and the best per-seat economics of any single-aisle airplane,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “Our team is committed to delivering an airplane with the highest quality and reliability.”

The 737-10 can carry up to 230 passengers. It also incorporates environmental improvements, cutting carbon emissions by 14% and reducing noise by 50% compared to today’s Next-Generation 737s.