en.Wedoany.com Reported - Virgin Australia expects to receive its first Boeing 737-10 by the end of 2027, with the airline confirming 10 firm orders for the aircraft, which will become the largest in its fleet.

On June 13, 2026, Virgin Australia stated that the delivery timeline confirmation is based on positive progress in U.S. regulatory approvals, with manufacturer Boeing having confirmed this information to the airline.

Virgin Australia CEO Dave Emerson said the 737-10 will provide more capacity and flexibility for the route network, marking a key step in the fleet renewal plan. "As we continue to build a younger, quieter, and more fuel-efficient fleet," he added, fleet renewal is the biggest lever for reducing carbon emissions in the short term, and the 737-10 will build on the advantages already gained with the 737-8.

In June 2026, Virgin Australia celebrated the third anniversary of the Boeing 737 MAX's entry into service, with its fleet now comprising 19 Boeing 737-8 aircraft.

The airline plans to take delivery of seven more 737-8 aircraft before the end of the current calendar year, bringing its total 737-8 fleet to 26 aircraft.

Erika Pearson, Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Southeast Asia and Oceania at Boeing, said the introduction of the 737-10 will enhance flexibility while maintaining fleet commonality and improve environmental performance on domestic and international routes. Boeing will continue to support Virgin Australia as it embarks on this new chapter.

The announcement comes as Virgin Australia celebrates the delivery of its 150th Boeing 737 and the 100th 737 aircraft in its current fleet. The aircraft, named "Lake Centenary," features a special red livery with the names of over 8,000 team members printed on the overhead bins.

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