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The New Boeing 737-900ER
The 737-900ER is a short-to-medium range twinjet that increases the capability of the Next-Generation 737 family. It was launched on July 18, 2005, with an order for 30 airplanes from Lion Air. The exterior dimensions of the new 737-900ER are identical to the 737-900. Aerodynamic and structural changes allow the 737-900ER to carry more passengers and fly farther than the 737-900. Entry into service is scheduled for the first half of 2007.
Major Changes
- An extra pair of exit doors, aft of the wings
- A two-position tail skid
- A flat rear pressure bulkhead
- Wing strengthening changes
- Enhancements to the leading and trailing edge flap systems
- Up to two optional auxiliary fuel tanks
- Optional Blended Winglets
Benefits
- Carries 26 more passengers than the 737-900, up to 215 passengers in a single-class configuration
- Flies about 500 nautical miles farther, up to 3,200 nm (5,925 km)
- Weighs 9,550 pounds (4,340 kgs) less than the A321
- Has lower operating costs than the A321; about 6 percent lower per trip, and 4 percent lower per seat
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