The airplane, a Next-Generation 737-800, is scheduled to arrive in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Wednesday, Aug. 8. The airplane comes with the 787 Dreamliner-inspired Boeing Sky Interior, which features larger pivoting overhead stowage bins, larger window reveals and LED lighting to enhance the sense of spaciousness.
Malaysia Airlines' Boeing 737-800 new livery
Malaysia Airlines took delivery of its first 737 in 1972 and has operated the 737-200, 737-300, 737-400, 737-500 and 737-800.
"We're proud of our 40 years of partnership with Malaysia's leading airline, said Dinesh Keskar, senior vice president of Asia Pacific and India Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes in a joint statement.
"With its new five star Skytrax rating and award for best cabin crew, passengers will have a first-class in-flight experience on board their brand new 737."
The Next-Generation 737 family has won more than 6,900 orders and has a diverse backlog exceeding 2,700 airplanes. Malaysia Airlines has an additional 35 737s on order.
With more than 6,000 airplanes in service, the 737 family represents more than a quarter of the total worldwide fleet of large commercial jets flying today. More than 339 airlines in 117 countries fly 737s.
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