Travel Service Finalizes Order for Three Boeing 737 MAXs

The Czech Republic-based carrier Travel Service has finalized an order for three Boeing 737 MAX 8s, valued at US$301.5 million at list prices.

This deal brings the total number of orders to date for the 737 MAX to 1,498 airplanes.

"In recent years, Travel Service has gone from strength to strength by building a fleet based on highly reliable and versatile Next-Generation 737s," said Roman Vik, general director, Travel Service. "The addition of the 737 MAX to Travel Service will enable our business to continue on this upward trajectory, bringing improved efficiencies to our fleet."

The 737 MAXs will feature new LEAP-1B engines from CFM International, a redesigned tail cone and the Boeing designed Advanced Technology Winglet to reduce fuel use. Other changes incorporated include upgrades to the flight deck displays, an electronic bleed air system and fly-by-wire spoiler flight controls.

Travel Service offers charter flights to more than 230 airports on four continents, as well as low-cost scheduled services to major European destinations through its Smart Wings brand.

Travel Service currently operates 28 Next-Generation 737s, which include both direct deliveries from Boeing, as well as leased airplanes.