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SMBC Orders 100 Boeing MAXs Including First 737-10s

July 20, 2026

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Key Takeaways

SMBC orders 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
60 737-10s and 40 737-8s are included in the order.
Deliveries expected to begin in the early part of the next decade.
Order marks Boeing's single largest from a lessor for the 737-10 variant.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate growing confidence in the 737-10's certification progress and suggests strong demand for higher-capacity variants. The deal could strengthen Boeing's competitive position in the commercial aviation market, particularly among lessors and airlines seeking efficient, high-capacity aircraft.

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What Happened

Lessor Expands Portfolio With Highest Capacity MAX Variant

SMBC Aviation Capital has signed a firm order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, including 60 737-10s, to meet customer demand for the higher-capacity variant. The order, announced at the Farnborough Airshow, reflects confidence in the -10’s certification progress and customer appetite, according to SMBC CEO Peter Barrett. With this order, SMBC increases its owned, managed, and committed portfolio for the 737 MAX family to 450 jets. This development was first reported by Aviation Week.

Source | Originally Published: July 20, 2026

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