July 23, 2024News

Farnborough Airshow: Boeing And Luxair Strike Deal For 737s

At the ongoing Farnborough International Airshow 2024, Boeing has bagged an order from European carrier Luxair. Per the paperwork, the airline has placed a firm order for two 737-10s with the option to purchase another two. The aircraft in question is the largest member of the 737 Max family.

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Luxair’s present fleet consists of 21 aircraft, including two leased 737-8s and eight next-gen 737s. Adding the 737-10 to the list helps the carrier keep operational costs in check, as there is a high commonality among the various 737 variants. Also, the largest derivative of the lot can ferry more passengers. Boeing claims that based on the configuration, the 737-10 can deliver the lowest cost per seat of any single-aisle aeroplane.

Luxair aims to offer travellers at least a 30-inch seat pitch in its 737-10s. That means the aircraft can fly up to 213 passengers over distances of up to 5,740km (3,100 nautical miles) nonstop.

Over the last two years, the airline has expanded its route network by 30 per cent. It currently serves 94 destinations.

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September 17, 2024

Air India Begins Refitting Planes With New Interiors And Livery

A massive part of Air India’s transformation phase under the new ownership is retrofitting in-service aircraft with brand-new interiors, modern-day technology and the latest livery. That refurbishment activity is officially underway, with the first of the 67 jets lined up for a thorough overhaul entering the allotted hangar yesterday.

The aircraft, an Airbus A320neo bearing registration number VT-EXN, will receive new upholstery, carpets, curtains, and seats in a three-class configuration—8 seats in Business Class, 24 in Premium Economy, and 132 in Economy. Once the single-aisle jet is back in service, likely in December 2024, travellers will get various creature comforts. In addition to USB Type A and Type C charging ports and personal electronic device (PED) holders, travellers in Business Class will have 40-inch seats with a 7-inch recline, adjustable armrest, footrest and backrest and a push-button deployable tray table.

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Those travelling in Premium Economy will get 32-inch seats with a 4-inch recline, PED holders and USB charging ports. Similarly, the Economy section will have 28-29-inch seats with a 4-inch recline, PED holders and charging ports.

The 67 jets that will receive the upgrade include 27 narrowbody and 40 widebody. The airline expects to overhaul 3 to 4 aircraft per month. That means the overhauling activity for the narrowbody jets will be finished by mid-2025. Air India says the first widebody jet should enter the hangar for the planned upgrade early next year. All in all, this will cost upwards of USD 400 million.

September 16, 2024

Air India Is Now Flying To Kuala Lumpur From Delhi

Further strengthening its network in Southeast Asia, Air India has begun direct services to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from Delhi. The first outbound flight took off from the Indira Gandhi International Airport on September 15, 2024, and the return leg completed its journey earlier today.

Air India’s service between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur is a daily affair. Flight AI384 will depart from Delhi and arrive in Malaysia’s capital at 13:00 and 21:00, respectively. Those travelling the other way will board flight AI385, which will take off from Kuala Lumpur at 08:30 and land in Delhi at 11:25. An Airbus A320neo will ferry passengers on both sectors.

Kuala Lumpur is Air India’s sixth destination in Southeast Asia. The airline already has active services from India to Singapore, Bangkok, Phuket, Ho Chi Minh City and Yangon.

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