SWA 737-700 fleet to get winglets

tjwgrr · 06-17-2003, 09:55 AM

Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700 Fleet Takes Wing with Sleek New Look
Tuesday June 17, 6:01 am ET
- Aviation Partners Boeing to Provide 169 Blended Winglets Shipsets - Boeing Offers Blended Winglets on In-Production 737-700s

LeBOURGET, France, June 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV - News), one of the world 's most successful airlines, will add performance-enhancing Blended Winglets to its current and future fleet of Boeing (NYSE: BA - News) 737--700s.

The visually distinctive winglets improve performance by extending the airplane's range, saving fuel, lowering engine maintenance costs and reducing takeoff noise.

"Southwest, the industry's low-cost provider, is keen on finding innovative ways to keep our operating costs in check so we can continue to provide low fares to millions more Americans," said Laura Wright, Southwest's vice president of Finance. "This technology is one way we can gain efficiencies in our operation and save money while we grow."

Aviation Partners Boeing, a joint venture between Aviation Partners Inc. and Boeing, will provide 169 Blended Winglet shipsets to Southwest. It is the single largest sale for the venture since its creation. The first Blended Winglet installation for Southwest is expected to begin October 2003 with all 169 installations to be completed within two years. Southwest has options to acquire 373 additional Blended Winglets through 2012. For an image of the winglets on the Southwest livery, go to http://www.southwest.com/about_swa/p..._winglets.html .

"Southwest 's commitment provides further testament to the aggressive uptick in Blended Winglet sales worldwide," said Aviation Partners Boeing CEO Mike Marino. "This landmark order demonstrates to the airline world, in no uncertain terms, that Blended Winglet technology is not just for the long-haul carriers anymore."

Dallas-based Southwest Airlines currently operates 133 737-700s, and is scheduled to begin receiving in-production winglets in fall 2004 when it will have 373 firm orders, options and purchase rights remaining. Previously offered as a standard option on 737-800s and Boeing Business Jets (BBJ), and as a retrofit on 737- 700s and 737-800s, advanced winglets now are available as standard options from Aviation Partners Boeing on 737-700s.

"Southwest Airlines' history of success is built on taking people directly where they want to go, when they want to go," said Carolyn Corvi, 737/757 vice president and general manager. "The aerodynamic benefits of winglets will allow Southwest to serve its passengers with greater efficiency. By expanding this option to in-production 737-700s, Boeing can enhance the value of an already great airplane family."

Boeing continues to assess the applicability of winglets on 737-600s and 737-900s.

Unlike traditional winglets that attach at abrupt angles to the wing, Blended Winglets gently curve out and up from the wingtip, reducing aerodynamic drag and increasing performance. The 8-foot high winglets add about 5 feet (1.5 meters) to the airplane 's total wingspan and allow the 737-700 to fly up to 115 nautical miles (213 kilometers) farther and reduce fuel burn. As a result, Southwest is expected to save an average of up to 92,000 gallons (348,258 liters) of jet fuel per airplane per year. Improved performance will permit payload increases out of high, hot and obstacle-limited airports, as well as shorten the time its takes to climb to cruising altitude. Besides improving range and fuel savings, winglets offer excellent environmental benefits including reduced noise and emissions.

More than 28 carriers currently fly nearly 300 737s equipped with winglets.

Southwest Airlines, the fourth largest domestic carrier in terms of customers.

Hernan Matos · 06-17-2003, 10:24 AM

Wow.Im more than happy to work for Southwest!

AV8TOR · 06-17-2003, 10:44 AM

Hernan, you had to know that this was about to happen. Think they'll go for BW's on the classic 737s as well??

We'll see

Hernan Matos · 06-17-2003, 10:49 AM

Hello Av8tor,
How is Korea? I miss that place so much.specially Pusan,Camp Casey,and Camp Hialeah.
I dont think so on the -300.and the -200? forget it. we are replacing all -300's and -200's with -700's.
There is a rumor that our company is working out 'Something' with Boeing regarding a new type of plane. but that just a rumor.
Take care.
ahnnion haseyo!

06-17-2003, 10:50 AM

Time for GJ to make a new model!

06-17-2003, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Hernan Matos
Hello Av8tor,
How is Korea? I miss that place so much.specially Pusan,Camp Casey,and Camp Hialeah.
I dont think so on the -300.and the -200? forget it. we are replacing all -300's and -200's with -700's.
There is a rumor that our company is working out 'Something' with Boeing regarding a new type of plane. but that just a rumor.
Take care.
ahnnion haseyo!

new type of plan ... !?!?! don't leave us hanging ..

Hernan Matos · 06-17-2003, 10:52 AM

Can you imagine the people at GJ? they have to make another model but with winglets!

Chansen · 06-17-2003, 11:21 AM

I thought both B-717 and later 737's were now not to have eyebrow windows on cockpit too. This would further make this sleek!

AV8TOR · 06-17-2003, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Hernan Matos
Hello Av8tor,
How is Korea? I miss that place so much.specially Pusan,Camp Casey,and Camp Hialeah.
I dont think so on the -300.and the -200? forget it. we are replacing all -300's and -200's with -700's.
There is a rumor that our company is working out 'Something' with Boeing regarding a new type of plane. but that just a rumor.
Take care.
ahnnion haseyo!

Annyonghaseyo to you!

Korea is the same since you left, not much has changed in the way the US is doing business but there may be change coming in SOFA regs and the troops near the DMZ are being pulled back as you might have heard.

Those Southwest jets will be looking pretty sweet once they get the BW-kits installed on them! Especially with the new paint scheme they got

I wouldn't think that they would give the -300s anything but then again, they could probably work out a deal if they plan to keep them in service long-term.

Can't wait to hear if that 'Something' rumor is true and if it is..what it might be

Aloha,
Shayne

R. Minor · 06-17-2003, 11:56 AM

That will make an awsome looking 737NG. Good going Southwest... I see this in Gemini's future for sure...

Lufthansa · 06-17-2003, 12:06 PM

It would have looked even better with their old colors, I think.
But Blended Winglets are really cool!
I hope to see a model soon!

Hernan Matos · 06-17-2003, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AV8TOR
Annyonghaseyo to you!

Korea is the same since you left, not much has changed in the way the US is doing business but there may be change coming in SOFA regs and the troops near the DMZ are being pulled back as you might have heard.

Those Southwest jets will be looking pretty sweet once they get the BW-kits installed on them! Especially with the new paint scheme they got I wouldn't think that they would give the -300s anything but then again, they could probably work out a deal if they plan to keep them in service long-term.

Can't wait to hear if that 'Something' rumor is true and if it is..what it might be

Aloha,
Shayne

I dont know if the rumor if true or not.but I heard is something about an aircraft type.
I was stationed at Camp Garry owens[4/7cavalry].that was in '97.
I spent a month at Yongsan[I love it].10 days at Camp hialeah[Pusan] what a paradise!altogether i spent one year there.

06-17-2003, 01:12 PM

Also time for Hogan Wings to make this in 1/200- not bad at all for a snap-fit, and I really like the Canyon Blue livery on the 1/200 version.

richie154 · 06-18-2003, 03:01 PM

im glad WN is doing this and i cant wait to see one!

Bill G · 06-18-2003, 04:03 PM

Looks good to me. It took me awhile to get used to the looks of the blended wings but I like them. Then again it took me awhile to get used to the looks of our Airbus fleet. I like them too.
I guess you can teach an old dog (43) new tricks.

Bill G

06-18-2003, 11:34 PM

I never really liked winglets and I still don't. Sure they're financially more efficent, but as for look I'm not used to see aircraft with strange protrusions from the wings.

Southwest4Boi · 06-22-2003, 10:53 PM

That looks great!

06-17-2003, 09:55 AM	#1
tjwgrr Senior Collector Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 471	SWA 737-700 fleet to get winglets Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700 Fleet Takes Wing with Sleek New Look Tuesday June 17, 6:01 am ET - Aviation Partners Boeing to Provide 169 Blended Winglets Shipsets - Boeing Offers Blended Winglets on In-Production 737-700s LeBOURGET, France, June 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV - News), one of the world 's most successful airlines, will add performance-enhancing Blended Winglets to its current and future fleet of Boeing (NYSE: BA - News) 737--700s. The visually distinctive winglets improve performance by extending the airplane's range, saving fuel, lowering engine maintenance costs and reducing takeoff noise. "Southwest, the industry's low-cost provider, is keen on finding innovative ways to keep our operating costs in check so we can continue to provide low fares to millions more Americans," said Laura Wright, Southwest's vice president of Finance. "This technology is one way we can gain efficiencies in our operation and save money while we grow." Aviation Partners Boeing, a joint venture between Aviation Partners Inc. and Boeing, will provide 169 Blended Winglet shipsets to Southwest. It is the single largest sale for the venture since its creation. The first Blended Winglet installation for Southwest is expected to begin October 2003 with all 169 installations to be completed within two years. Southwest has options to acquire 373 additional Blended Winglets through 2012. For an image of the winglets on the Southwest livery, go to http://www.southwest.com/about_swa/p..._winglets.html . "Southwest 's commitment provides further testament to the aggressive uptick in Blended Winglet sales worldwide," said Aviation Partners Boeing CEO Mike Marino. "This landmark order demonstrates to the airline world, in no uncertain terms, that Blended Winglet technology is not just for the long-haul carriers anymore." Dallas-based Southwest Airlines currently operates 133 737-700s, and is scheduled to begin receiving in-production winglets in fall 2004 when it will have 373 firm orders, options and purchase rights remaining. Previously offered as a standard option on 737-800s and Boeing Business Jets (BBJ), and as a retrofit on 737- 700s and 737-800s, advanced winglets now are available as standard options from Aviation Partners Boeing on 737-700s. "Southwest Airlines' history of success is built on taking people directly where they want to go, when they want to go," said Carolyn Corvi, 737/757 vice president and general manager. "The aerodynamic benefits of winglets will allow Southwest to serve its passengers with greater efficiency. By expanding this option to in-production 737-700s, Boeing can enhance the value of an already great airplane family." Boeing continues to assess the applicability of winglets on 737-600s and 737-900s. Unlike traditional winglets that attach at abrupt angles to the wing, Blended Winglets gently curve out and up from the wingtip, reducing aerodynamic drag and increasing performance. The 8-foot high winglets add about 5 feet (1.5 meters) to the airplane 's total wingspan and allow the 737-700 to fly up to 115 nautical miles (213 kilometers) farther and reduce fuel burn. As a result, Southwest is expected to save an average of up to 92,000 gallons (348,258 liters) of jet fuel per airplane per year. Improved performance will permit payload increases out of high, hot and obstacle-limited airports, as well as shorten the time its takes to climb to cruising altitude. Besides improving range and fuel savings, winglets offer excellent environmental benefits including reduced noise and emissions. More than 28 carriers currently fly nearly 300 737s equipped with winglets. Southwest Airlines, the fourth largest domestic carrier in terms of customers.

06-17-2003, 10:24 AM	#2
Hernan Matos Master Collector Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Orlando,Fl.32807 Age: 42 Posts: 530	Wow.Im more than happy to work for Southwest! __________________ 'Whatever it takes' Southwest airlines

06-17-2003, 10:44 AM	#3
AV8TOR Insane Collector Join Date: Jul 2000 Age: 34 Posts: 1,052	Sleek 700s! Hernan, you had to know that this was about to happen. Think they'll go for BW's on the classic 737s as well?? We'll see __________________ E ola mau ka `ôlelo Hawai`i!

06-17-2003, 10:49 AM	#4
Hernan Matos Master Collector Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Orlando,Fl.32807 Age: 42 Posts: 530	Hello Av8tor, How is Korea? I miss that place so much.specially Pusan,Camp Casey,and Camp Hialeah. I dont think so on the -300.and the -200? forget it. we are replacing all -300's and -200's with -700's. There is a rumor that our company is working out 'Something' with Boeing regarding a new type of plane. but that just a rumor. Take care. ahnnion haseyo! __________________ 'Whatever it takes' Southwest airlines

06-17-2003, 10:52 AM	#7
Hernan Matos Master Collector Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Orlando,Fl.32807 Age: 42 Posts: 530	Can you imagine the people at GJ? they have to make another model but with winglets! __________________ 'Whatever it takes' Southwest airlines

06-17-2003, 10:50 AM	#5
NYCAAer Guest Posts: n/a	Time for GJ to make a new model!

06-17-2003, 11:21 AM	#8
Chansen Complete Wacko! Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 3,041	Eyebrows! I thought both B-717 and later 737's were now not to have eyebrow windows on cockpit too. This would further make this sleek!

06-17-2003, 11:56 AM	#10
R. Minor Mr. Moderator Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Orlando Age: 35 Posts: 4,426	That will make an awsome looking 737NG. Good going Southwest... I see this in Gemini's future for sure... __________________ Ron ~ MCO Fly Airbus Jets...

06-17-2003, 12:06 PM	#11
Lufthansa Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Im MV scheint mir die Sonne aussm Arsch Age: 22 Posts: 2,513	It would have looked even better with their old colors, I think. But Blended Winglets are really cool! I hope to see a model soon!

06-17-2003, 01:12 PM	#13
NYCAAer Guest Posts: n/a	Also time for Hogan Wings to make this in 1/200- not bad at all for a snap-fit, and I really like the Canyon Blue livery on the 1/200 version.

06-18-2003, 03:01 PM	#14
richie154 Retired Hookah Master Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley of Heart's Delight Age: 24 Posts: 3,719	im glad WN is doing this and i cant wait to see one! __________________ The Devil can cite Scripture for his purpose. An evil soul producing holy witness is like a villian with a smiling cheek, a goodly apple rotten at the heart. Oh, what a goodly outside falsehood hath! Private Pilot: 10/20/2005 Private Multi Engine: 05/09/2008 The more things change, the more Mesa still sucks.

06-18-2003, 04:03 PM	#15
Bill G Insane Collector Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: St. Charles, MO Posts: 1,248	Blended Wings Looks good to me. It took me awhile to get used to the looks of the blended wings but I like them. Then again it took me awhile to get used to the looks of our Airbus fleet. I like them too. I guess you can teach an old dog (43) new tricks. Bill G __________________ *Ozark Flies Your Way* FEES DON'T FLY AT SOUTHWEST

06-18-2003, 11:34 PM	#16
Jetsetter Guest Posts: n/a	I never really liked winglets and I still don't. Sure they're financially more efficent, but as for look I'm not used to see aircraft with strange protrusions from the wings.

06-22-2003, 10:53 PM	#17
Southwest4Boi Senior Collector Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mars Posts: 152	That looks great! __________________ Fly Southwest!

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