N952AK

This entry describes airframe N952AK, a Boeing 737-9 MAX (737 MAX 9) bearing manufacturer serial number 60390 and built in 2022. The airframe is recorded as owned by Alaska Airlines, Inc., a corporation based in Seattle, WA, United States, which is also its operator and home base in practical terms. Notable registry actions and transfer history for this specific registration are Not published. Condition and valuation highlights for this particular airframe are Not published.

The configuration for N952AK follows an operator-standard two-class layout with First Class 16, Premium Class 24, and Main Cabin 138 for a total of 178 seats, reflecting Alaska Airlines’ passenger service configuration for narrowbody transcontinental and medium-haul missions. As a fixed-wing multi-engine transport in Alaska’s fleet, the airframe is typically deployed on domestic U.S. and near-international routes that exploit the 3,550 nm range and high-cruise-speed capability, supporting rapid turnarounds and dense short-to-medium sectors. Avionics and systems fit are consistent with Boeing Commercial Airplanes’ 737 MAX line standard, integrating LEAP-1B powerplants that demand specific engine maintenance intervals and parts-management practices familiar to mainline carriers. Any unique amenities or maintenance considerations specific to this serial/registration combination are Not published.

The Boeing 737-9 MAX, exemplified by N952AK, occupies the higher-capacity segment of the MAX family, offering a balance of fuel-efficient twin-engine performance and maximum single-aisle seating within Boeing’s product line. Its chief competitive peers are other high-capacity narrowbodies optimized for similar missions; demand is driven by mainline carriers seeking lower per-seat costs and extended single-aisle range. Resale and maintenance considerations emphasize LEAP-1B supportability and airframe commonality with other 737 MAX variants, factors that influence fleet deployment and lifecycle economics for operators like Alaska Airlines, Inc..