Panama's Copa Airlines to buy 60 Boeing 737 Max jets
This article is a summary of reporting by Reuters. Originally published April 28, 2026.
Copa Airlines finalized an agreement with aircraft manufacturer Boeing and GE Aerospace to procure up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The deal carries an estimated list price of $13.5 billion and represents a major fleet expansion for the Panama City-based carrier. The purchase underscores Copa's commitment to modernizing its fleet and growing its passenger connectivity across the Americas from its Tocumen International Airport hub.
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Panamanian flag carrier Copa Airlines agreed to buy up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX jets valued at roughly $13.5 billion at list price.
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