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Boeing Reaches 2009 Commercial Airplane Delivery Target

Says The Order Book Totals 3,375 Airplanes

Despite a very difficult economy, Boeing says it reached its target for airplane deliveries for 2009, with 481 new aircraft delivered to its customers. And the Commercial Airplanes backlog remains strong at 3,375 airplanes.

Boeing registered 263 gross and 142 net commercial orders for the year as air travel and freight declined and carriers worldwide experienced severe economic challenges.

The Next-Generation 737 continued its reign as the industry workhorse with 372 deliveries. The airplane also topped Boeing's order book with 197 gross orders as carriers chose the 737's efficiency and versatility for future fleet needs. The 777 led Boeing's twin-aisle programs with 88 deliveries last year, and a backlog of 281 aircraft. Deliveries of the 747 and 767 remained slow, with only 8 and 13 units going to new owners respectively. The backlog of 747's stood at 108 airplanes, and there are orders for 59 new 767's.

Boeing saw 59 787 orders fall from the ledger, but still has a backlog of 851 of the new Dreamliners.

First flight of the 787 Dreamliner took place Dec. 15, with first delivery scheduled for fourth-quarter 2010. The 747-8 Freighter is slated for first flight early this year with first delivery planned for fourth-quarter 2010. Delivery of the 747-8 Intercontinental passenger airplane is planned for fourth-quarter 2011.

"2009 was not without its challenges but it also was a year of exciting achievements for our company and our industry," said Jim Albaugh, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and chief executive officer. "With signs of economic recovery emerging in 2010, we look forward to better days ahead."

Boeing expects to provide 2010 commercial airplane delivery guidance when the company releases year-end earnings Jan. 27.

FMI: www.boeing.com

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