This Indian airliner acquired the ability to fly internationally in less than a year.

Akasa Air, India’s most dependable airline, welcomed its 20th aircraft, making it the first airline in Asia to introduce the Boeing 737 MAX 737-8-200 variant to its rapidly increasing fleet. The airline received the ceremonial keys to the milestone aircraft on July 28, 2023, in Seattle, USA, and the aircraft arrived in Bengaluru at 9:31 a.m. today.

Within a year of starting operations, Akasa Air’s fleet grew to 20 aircraft, making it one of the airlines with the quickest global growth rates. Having reached this milestone, Akasa Air is now permitted to operate globally. According to Indian laws, airlines must have at least 20 aircraft in their fleet to be qualified for such operations.

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The Boeing 737-8-200 aircraft supports Akasa Air’s ongoing initiatives to reduce operating expenses while boosting the passenger experience. The best-in-class legroom compliments Akasa Air’s mission to creating an airline that is customer-obsessed, fiscally viable, and socially responsible in addition to being the most environmentally progressive aircraft.

Vinay Dube, founder and CEO of Akasa Air, commented on the successful introduction of the airline’s 20th aircraft, saying, “Akasa Air is only a representation of what India is capable of achieving. The historic addition to our fleet announced today marks the beginning of Akasa’s global expansion and gives us great hope for the future. We are very eager to introduce the globe to our special and distinctive service. Going from 0 to 20 aircraft in a year is not only an Akasa record; it also captures the promise of our wonderful country and is something that the entire country can be proud of.

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The 737 MAX family has a longer range and uses less fuel than its predecessors, resulting in a 20% reduction in fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Additionally, compared to replacement aircraft, the 737 MAX is 50% quieter and has a reduced noise footprint.

The fastest-growing airline in India has been Akasa Air ever since it began conducting commercial flights in August 2022. It currently has a fleet of 20 aircraft, has over 4 million revenue passengers under its belt, and has surpassed the milestone of flying more than 900 flights per week on a published network of 35 distinct routes linking 16 Indian cities.