flydubai has received 7 new Boeing B737 MAX 8 aircraft, with 5 more expected to join before the end of the year, as part of its long-term plan to boost its growth, expand its network of destinations, improve the efficiency of its operations and increase flight frequencies on existing routes.
flydubai received 7 new aircraft between April and August, bringing its total fleet to 93 aircraft, and by the end of the year the flydubai fleet will exceed 95 aircraft, according to a press release published on the flydubai website.
The flydubai fleet serves a wide network of more than 135 destinations in 57 countries, and this rapid expansion underlines flydubai's commitment to opening new markets and expanding travel options for passengers, which strengthens Dubai's position as a global aviation hub.
For his part, Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai, explained that the arrival of the new aircraft reflects the company's long-term strategic vision, stressing that investment in the fleet aims to provide more options for passengers while maintaining service quality and their comfort.
He added that these aircraft are part of orders whose delivery has been delayed for years, noting that despite receiving 12 aircraft since the beginning of the year, the company is still 20 aircraft behind the planned schedule.
He said that the continued interest of financing partners reflects the strength of the business model and flydubai's commitment to supporting Dubai's leading position in the global aviation sector, affirming that the new aircraft will help expand the network of destinations, connect Dubai to more global markets, and strengthen the company's role in cementing the emirate's position as a major global aviation hub.
The company's ability to secure competitive financing for these aircraft reflects the confidence of global financial institutions and leasing companies, which in turn reflects the strength of its business model and its future growth prospects. The positive demand from the market underlines the company's resilience and its role as a key driver of the aviation sector in the UAE.
Financing for the first 7 aircraft received this year was secured through Islamic financing from Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and conventional financing from RAKBANK, in addition to sale-and-leaseback deals with JP Lease Products & Services Co., Ltd. and JLPS Ireland Limited.
flydubai continues to expand its network by adding 11 new destinations this year, including seasonal summer destinations such as Antalya and El Alamein, as well as Damascus and Peshawar. The company is also preparing to launch 4 new destinations in Europe, including Chisinau and Iasi from September, and Vilnius and Riga from December, strengthening its presence in the region and providing more travel options for its customers.
flydubai has continued to invest in enhancing its products and customer experience, and since the beginning of 2024, 23 next-generation Boeing B737-800 aircraft have been refurbished as part of a multi-million-dollar fleet retrofit project that will continue until 2026.
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