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Jet Airways Receives its First 737 MAX From Boeing
Posted on: 22/Jun/2018 4:59:20 PM
Chennai, June 21, 2018: Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline received its first 737 MAX airplane from Boeing yesterday. The airline becomes the first Indian carrier to fly the new and improved 737 airplane, which delivers a double-digit improvement in fuel efficiency and improved passenger comfort.
“The new 737 MAX is a critical element to our future growth strategy and we are proud to become the first airline in India to introduce this brand new airplane to our customers,” said Naresh Goyal, Chairman of Jet Airways. “The 737 has been the backbone of our dynamic fleet for many years and we are excited to leverage the superior capabilities of the new 737 MAX. The improved economics and efficiency as well as the passenger pleasing features of the MAX will enable us to strengthen our position as India’s premier airline.”
Jet Airways is India’s second-largest airline with a fleet of 119 aircraft serving more than 65 destinations across 15 countries across Asia, Europe, North America and elsewhere. This represents the first of 150 737 MAX airplanes Jet Airways has on order with Boeing, following two separate orders for 75 jets placed in 2015 and earlier this year.
About Jet Airways
Jet Airways is India’s premier international airline, currently operates flights to 66 destinations, including India and overseas. Jet Airways’ robust domestic India network spans the length and breadth of the country covering metro cities, state capitals and emerging destinations.
Beyond India, Jet Airways operates flights to key international destinations in South East Asia, South Asia, Middle East, Europe and North America. The Jet Airways Group currently operates a fleet of 119 aircraft, comprising Boeing 777-300 ERs, Airbus A330-200/300, Next Generation Boeing 737s and ATR 72-500/600s.
Jet Airways Media Contacts
Gaurav Sahni
DGM - Corporate Communications
Tel: +91 11 46095012
gaurav.sahni@jetairways.com
Srirupa Sen
Manager – Corporate Communications
Tel: +91 22 61211152
ssen@jetairways.com
