Boeing has affirmed its commitment to the 717 program and the 100-passenger market by announcing it will continue production
of the airplane at its Long Beach, Calif., final assembly facility. This reaffirmation of the 717 follows a detailed evaluation
of the program's economics and the 100-seat airliner market.
Airlines and their passengers have told Boeing that they prefer the comfort and convenience of the 717. The efficient 717
is meeting or exceeding all expectations in revenue service. It is the best 100-passenger airplane for short-haul, high frequency
routes. More..
The 717 is designed to meet replacement and expansion needs in the 100-seat category, projected at approximately 3,000
airplanes. Final assembly of the 717 takes place on a unique moving production line at the Boeing facility in Long Beach,
Calif. More..
