SpiceJet receives first Boeing 737-900 carrier
Private sector airline SpiceJet said it has received the first 'next generation' Boeing 737-900 (ER) carrier in the country.
By PTI |
NEW DELHI: Private sector airline SpiceJet on Thursday said it has received the first 'next generation' Boeing 737-900 (ER) carrier in the country.
SpiceJet is the first India-based airline to operate 737-900 (ER). It originally had announced to purchase five carriers of this type and another five of 737-800 categories.
"We are proud to be the first Indian airline to operate the 737-900 (ER). With its reliability, low operating cost and passenger comfort, 737 provides value that is unmatched and supports our mission of being India's preferred low-cost carrier," SpiceJet board director Bhulo Kansagra said in a statement.
The Boeing 737-900 (ER) is the newest of the 'next generation' 737 airplane family and longer-range derivative of the 737-900 with a higher capacity.
SpiceJet is the first India-based airline to operate 737-900 (ER). It originally had announced to purchase five carriers of this type and another five of 737-800 categories.
"We are proud to be the first Indian airline to operate the 737-900 (ER). With its reliability, low operating cost and passenger comfort, 737 provides value that is unmatched and supports our mission of being India's preferred low-cost carrier," SpiceJet board director Bhulo Kansagra said in a statement.
The Boeing 737-900 (ER) is the newest of the 'next generation' 737 airplane family and longer-range derivative of the 737-900 with a higher capacity.
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