Boeing and Alaska Airlines today announced an order for ten Next-Generation 737-900ER (Extended Range) airplanes, building on Alaska’s all-Boeing fleet.

As Seattle’s hometown airline, Alaska continues to invest in the region it calls home.

Today’s purchase, which brings Alaska’s total Boeing jets on order to 74, means the airline’s customers will enjoy expanded service from its Seattle hub and a commitment to a locally manufactured fleet of the most fuel efficient airplanes in the market.

“We love having Seattle as our home and buying locally built airplanes is a point of pride for us,” said Alaska Airlines’ president and chief executive Brad Tilden.

“These new planes will allow us to serve our customers even better with improved in-cabin experience, including our new leather Recaro seats with added leg room, power outlets at every seat and larger overhead bins.”

With a list price of $990 million, this order represents a significant investment in the long term success of Alaska Airlines.

“Alaska Airlines is a valuable partner with its all-Boeing fleet,” said Boeing commercial airplanes president and chief executive Ray Conner.

“We share many of the same values, including a strong commitment to our community and a focus on innovation.

“It is always special for Boeing employees to see ‘Proudly All-Boeing’ written on the nose of an Alaska 737.”

These new airplanes will not only allow network growth, but also enable further cost reductions by replacing Alaska’s 737-400s with new 737-900ERs, capable of carrying 25 percent more passengers while using the same amount of fuel.