Features: The C-40A Clipper provides critical logistics support to the Navy. It's flight deck features a flight management computer system with an integrated GPS. It is compatible with future GATM/FANS operating environment (RNP-1). It is RVSM capable. It has the Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidnace System II on board. It also has an enhanced ground proximity warning system, predictive wind shear, head-up display and TACAN/UHF/IFF functions.

Background: The U.S. Naval Reserve - which will operate and maintain the aircraft - is the first customer for the newest member of the Boeing Next-Generation 737 family and is purchasing the aircraft to replace its fleet of aging C-9 Skytrains. Currently, the Naval Reserve provides 100 percent of the Navy's worldwide in-theater medium and heavy airlift.

The Clipper meets or exceeds international noise and environmental requirements that plague the current fleet of Naval Reserve C-9s. It is also more fuel-efficient and offers increased range and payload capabilities. The C-40A is the first new logistics aircraft in 17 years to join the Naval Reserve.

The 737-700C aircraft will be certified to operate in an all-passenger (121 passengers), all-cargo or combination ("combi") configuration that will accommodate up to three cargo pallets and 70 passengers on the main deck.

The Navy is purchasing the airplanes using standard commercial practices, and has ordered five of the 737-700C models. A sixth aircraft is in the Defense budget for 2001. The first four aircraft are scheduled to be stationed in Ft. Worth, Texas, with the first to be delivered in early 2001. The fifth and sixth aircraft are scheduled to be stationed in Jacksonville, Fla.