Boeing gets 787 MAX order worth $8.5 billion

Boeing has locked down an $8.5 billion order for its newest 737.

An Asian aircraft leasing company is the 50th customer for the 737 MAX since the plane was launched.

The deal includes 80 737 MAX jets.

The planes will be delivered between 2018 and 2022.

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