PARIS AIR SHOW, Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Travel Service have today announced a commitment for three 737 MAX 8 aircraft at the 2013 Paris Air Show, valued at $301.5 million at list prices.

Roman Vik, chief executive officer, Travel Service said: "We are very pleased that Travel Service was the first airline based in Central and Eastern Europe to fly the next-generation 737 and we are very proud that we will become the first airline to operate the 737 MAX in this region.

"As Travel Service continues to expand its route network, this commitment for three 737 MAXs will provide the airline with unsurpassed fuel efficiency and its passengers with superior comfort," said Todd Nelp, vice president of European Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "I am delighted that the partnership between Boeing and Travel Service will continue for years to come."
  
The 737 MAX is built on Next-Generation 737 family aircraft. The 737 MAX incorporates the CFM International LEAP-1B engines, it also features the new Boeing Sky Interior.

Based in the Czech Republic, Travel Service offers charter flights to more than 230 airports on four continents, as well as low-cost scheduled service to major European destinations through its Smart Wings brand.

Travel Service currently operates 28 Boeing 737s. Its fleet combines airplanes bought directly from Boeing and leased aircraft.