FAA Certifies The 737-7

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued an amended certificate to Boeing for the 737-7 variant, that clears the way for it to enter service.

Southwest Airlines is the launch customer for the 737-7, with an order for 258 airliners, that will replace the 737-700. Other airlines who ordered the 737-7 are Allegiant Air (24), Luxair (4), Ruili Airlines (2), and SkyUp Airlines (2).

Further information in this Boeing Media Room news release, and this statement by the FAA.