Boeing will build the first 737 MAXs exclusively on the new production line in the Renton factory. Once mechanics prove out the production process, the team will extend MAX production to the other two final assembly lines in Renton.

"The opening of a brand new production line in Renton increases our flexibility and capacity, allowing this incredible team to continue to meet our customers' need for the world's most reliable single-aisle airplanes, well into the future," said Scott Campbell, vice president and general manager, 737 program and Renton site leader, Boeing Commercial Airplanes.

The 737 MAX team remains on track to roll out the first completed 737 MAX by the end of the year and fly it in early 2016. Launch customer Southwest Airlines is scheduled to take delivery of the first 737 MAX in the third quarter of 2017. In total, the 737 MAX family has 2,869 orders from 58 customers worldwide.
END