LE
BOURGET, France,
June 21,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Akasa Air
today announced an order for four additional 737-8 jets at the
Paris Air Show. Akasa Air, which launched operations in 2022 with
its first 737-8, has rapidly grown its market share and fleet to 19
airplanes across 16 destinations to support the fast-growing market
in India.
With the order of four additional aircraft, the Indian carrier's
order book comprises 76 jets, which include 23 737-8s and 53
high-capacity 737-8-200 airplanes.
"As the world's fastest growing airline, we are excited to
add four more Boeing 737-8 airplanes into our fleet, taking our
initial order of 72 aircraft up to 76 jets which will be delivered
over the next four years. In addition to supporting our rapid
domestic expansion, these airplanes allow us to take full advantage
of the category leading 737-8 aircraft with its unparalleled range,
as we prepare our foray into international routes," said
Vinay Dube, Founder and CEO,
Akasa Air. "The fuel
efficiency and lower carbon emissions of the 737-8 allows us to
remain focused on sustainable operations, while also providing our
environmentally conscious passengers with a more comfortable way to
fly. Sustainability is at the core of our business, and we strive
for more opportunities to reduce our impact to the
environment."
The Indian carrier is operating 19 737-8s today with
high-capacity 737-8-200 airplanes on order. As passenger traffic
rises above pre-pandemic levels in India, the versatile 737-8 is supporting Akasa
Air's growth strategy and domestic network and positions the
airline for future regional expansion.
"This follow-on order by Akasa demonstrates the market-leading
capabilities of the 737 MAX in the world's fastest-growing
commercial aviation market," said Brad
McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales
and Marketing. "The efficiency and range of the 737-8 support Akasa
Air's plan to expand domestic and regional networks."
The 737 MAX family provides Akasa Air with greater range and
fuel efficiency, reducing fuel use and carbon emissions 20%
compared to older-generation airplanes. In addition, the 737 MAX is
a quieter airplane with a 50% smaller noise footprint.
Boeing customers have placed more than 1,000 orders and
commitments for the company's new commercial airplanes since
July 2022. This includes over 750 737
MAX airplanes, reflecting the value of the family's versatility and
commonality.
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