N17596

This airframe, registered as N17596, is a Boeing 737-9 MAX manufactured by Boeing with serial number 67642 and completed in 2025. The airframe is owned and operated by United Airlines, a corporation based in Chicago, IL, US, and carries a US registration. The airframe’s acquisition and entry into service are recorded as delivered new to United Airlines in 2025, and its valuation at the time of entry is listed at $124,000,000. Registry entries and operator records identify the aircraft as a standard airline-configured MAX series jet intended for mainline network deployment.

The airframe is configured for airline operations under United Airlines and carries airline-standard avionics featuring Rockwell Collins large-format flight deck displays (airline-standard fit). Typical mission profiles for this airframe include short- to medium-haul mainline routes within the transcontinental and near-international range afforded by its 3,500 nm capability and cruise speed of 470 kts. Operating from United’s hub structure based in Chicago, IL, the aircraft is maintained to carrier-specific heavy maintenance schedules and part of a fleet where commonality with other 737 MAX variants reduces logistical complexity. Cabin specifics such as exact seat count and interior trim are operator-determined; this airframe is expected to follow United’s standard cabin configuration for the 737-9 MAX series.

The Boeing 737-9 MAX occupies the upper single-aisle segment of Boeing’s 737 MAX family, offering extended capacity and range for dense domestic and short transoceanic sectors. Powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines producing 28,000 lbf each, it competes with larger narrowbodies from rival manufacturers targeting similar mission lengths and seat counts. Demand among mainline carriers remains strong for the model’s economic cruise and common-type ratings, while resale and maintenance considerations emphasize engine support, airframe hours, and avionics standardization such as the installed Rockwell Collins large-format displays. As a 2025-built asset, N17596 benefits from contemporary production standards and warranty coverage typical for new deliveries.