Malaysia Airlines has ordered 18 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 12 737 MAX 10 jets, with an option for 30 additional MAX jets. This order was posted as unidentified on Boeing’s orders and deliveries website, since January 2025.
These aircraft are expected to enable the Malaysian flag carrier to introduce new lie-flat seats and meet growing travel demand in Southeast Asia.
According to Boeing, Southeast Asia’s fleet is projected to grow by nearly 250% over the next 20 years.
Executive Remarks on Malaysia Airlines Order
“This is a significant investment for Malaysia Aviation Group, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge premium cabin offerings and state-of-the-art technology to our customers,” said Izham Ismail, group managing director of Malaysia Aviation Group.
“The addition of these new airplanes will not only enhance our fleet’s efficiency and increase seating capacity but allow us to elevate the overall inflight experience, with our passengers’ needs at the forefront.”
The Boeing 737 has been serving as the backbone of Malaysia Airlines’ single-aisle fleet for nearly 60 years following the introduction of its first 737-100 in 1969.
“Today’s announcement represents another milestone in Boeing’s long-standing partnership with Malaysia and reflects our enduring commitment to the country’s aerospace sector,” said Dr. Brendan Nelson AO, president of Boeing Global.
“The opportunity to introduce more Boeing airplanes in Malaysia is a point of pride for our many Malaysian employees who contribute to every airplane Boeing builds and delivers to customers around the world.”
Current Fleet
As of March 2025, Malaysia Airlines’ passenger fleet comprises 81 aircraft from Airbus and Boeing. Airbus dominates the wide-body sector, whereas Boeing does the single-aisle.
The Malaysian flag carrier operates 19 Airbus A330s, 2 A330neos and 7 A350s. Moreover, it has 18 A330neos and 3 A350s on order.
On the narrow-body segment, MH operates 42 Boeing 737-800s and 11 MAX 8, with 44 additional MAX jets joining the growing fleet in the near future.
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