Alan Mulally Great Quotations

The value of the Next-Generation 737 family continues to grow with the 737-700ER, and we are delighted to have ANA as the launch customer. This new 737 derivative is a great example of how Boeing helps our customers succeed by responding to new emerging airline business requirements.

The 737 is an icon of efficiency in air travel and one of commercial aviation's greatest success stories. We are absolutely thrilled that the world's largest 737 operator -- Southwest Airlines -- is the owner of this historic airplane. Our partnership with Southwest and hundreds of other 737 customers has resulted in continuous improvements to the 737 and its ability to help our customers be successful.

We also solidified the transformation of our product line, and the market validated our strategy with every order during the year. Our new portfolio of airplanes from 100 to 450 seats, combined with our global support services, put us in a great position for the long term.