N961AK

This airframe, registered as N961AK, is a Boeing 737-9 MAX built in 2023 with manufacturer serial number 63562. The aircraft is owned by ALASKA AIRLINES INC, a corporation based in Seattle, WA, and is registered in the US. As a relatively new delivery, this airframe’s history is limited to its initial assignment to Alaska Airlines, and it has no publicly documented previous operators or notable registry transfers. Condition and valuation details are not published beyond standard new-production expectations for the type.

The cabin for N961AK is configured for 178 passengers with a three-class layout comprising 16 First, 24 Premium, and 138 Main Cabin seats. Operated by Alaska Airlines from its Seattle base, the airframe is typically deployed on short- to medium-haul domestic and transcontinental missions within the carrier’s network that align with the 737-9 MAX’s performance envelope. Avionics and systems fit are consistent with Boeing’s 737-9 MAX production standard, and routine maintenance considerations follow the manufacturer and FAA service bulletins applicable to the MAX family and the CFM LEAP-1B engine type. There are no unique aftermarket cabin amenities or modifications publicly recorded for this specific tail.

The Boeing 737-9 MAX occupies the high-capacity single-aisle segment of Boeing’s MAX family, offering extended range and improved fuel efficiency relative to prior 737NG variants. With a typical cruise of 453 kts and a maximum operating ceiling of 41,000 ft, the type competes with larger narrowbodies such as the Airbus A321neo for airlines seeking dense seating and range near 3,300 nm. Demand among mainline carriers remains strong for new-production frames like N961AK, though maintenance and resale considerations for the MAX family continue to reference manufacturer support, engine shop visit cycles for the LEAP-1B, and evolving secondary-market values tied to operator fleet commonality.