Originally Posted by
XJTflyer
But would CAL ever buy something other than Boeing? Word is they have an exclusivity clause with Boeing that lowers the total cost of the aircraft. Who knows if its BS or not though.
Many of the large US-based carriers had a gentlemen's agreement with Boeing.
Originally Posted by CO's Wiki page, Fleet section
Continental Airlines was one of three carriers (with American Airlines and Delta Air Lines) to sign an exclusivity agreement with Boeing in the late 1990s. When Boeing acquired McDonnell Douglas, the European Union forced Boeing to void the contracts. Both parties have been adhering to the terms under a gentlemen's agreement.