SAN FRANCISCO, May 28 (Xinhua) -- U.S. top aircraft manufacturer Boeing Co., Sunday announced four new orders for its long-range, ultra-large airplanes from its undisclosed "elite customers," which will grow its sales momentum in 2018.
Boeing said in a statement that two of the new orders this year are for the Boeing Business Jets (BBJ) MAX airplane, adding to a backlog of 19 airplanes and making the BBJ MAX one of the best selling business jetliners in history.
The BBJ MAX is based on Boeing's new 737 MAX airplane, which delivers 14 percent better fuel efficiency and features 787-style flight deck displays and multiple advanced new systems.
The jet is capable of flying 12,964 km with a lower cabin altitude, offering customers more range, comfort and space than any business jet in its class, Boeing said.
"We continue to see a lot of customer interest in Boeing's family of business jets and that is translating into new orders and a growing backlog," said Greg Laxton, leader of Boeing Business Jets.
"The performance advantage of the BBJ MAX is a big sales driver," and the aircraft is perfectly suited for customers who want to fly further without stopping, Laxton added.
Boeing delivered the first BBJ MAX 8 in April of this year, with additional deliveries expected in the coming months, said the U.S. aircraft giant.
