Boeing delivers first 737 with enhanced short runway package to GOL.

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M2 PRESSWIRE-31 July 2006-BOEING: Boeing delivers first 737 with enhanced short runway package to GOL(C)1994-2006 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:31072006 SEATTLE - Boeing [NYSE: BA] on Friday delivered to GOL, Brazil's low-fare, low-cost airline, the first Next-Generation 737 with enhanced short runway landing and takeoff capabilities.

The 737-800 is the first of that model type delivered to GOL as the carrier augments capacity on domestic and regional international routes. It also is the first delivery of 67 737-800s the all-Boeing carrier has on order for delivery out to 2012. The airline currently operates 50 737s. "We have worked with GOL to enhance the 737 and add value to its operations. Our partnership drove development of these enhancements that...