SEATTLE, Jan. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE:
BA) and Air Lease Corporation (ALC) today celebrated the lessor's
first Next-Generation 737 delivery to Air Vanuatu, the flag carrier
of the South Pacific nation.
"We are delighted to deliver ALC's first 737 NG aircraft to Air
Vanuatu, a new customer for ALC as of July
2015 when the placement of this aircraft was first
announced," said Steven F. Udvar-Házy, Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer, Air Lease Corporation. "The new 737 NG offers significant
improvements in fuel efficiency and passenger experience, making it
the perfect match for Air Vanuatu as they renew and enhance their
fleet."
"We are thrilled that ALC has committed the majority of its
existing single-aisle fleet to the Boeing 737 program," said
Bill Collins, vice president,
Leasing and Asset Management Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
"And we know this Next-Generation 737 will be a great addition to
the Air Vanuatu fleet."
The Next-Generation 737-800 will feature the airline's refreshed
interior and the signature elements of Boeing's innovative Sky
Interior with modern sculpted sidewalls and window reveals, larger
pivoting overhead stowage bins and LED lighting that enhances the
sense of spaciousness.
Air Vanuatu operates to
Australia, New Zealand and destinations in the South
Pacific.
ALC has ordered 253 Boeing airplanes and has taken delivery of
65 Boeing airplanes.
ALC is a leading aircraft leasing company based in Los Angeles that has airline customers
throughout the world. ALC and its team of dedicated and experienced
professionals are principally engaged in purchasing commercial
aircraft and leasing them to its airline customers worldwide
through customized aircraft leasing and financing solutions. For
more information, visit www.airleasecorp.com.
Contact:
Elizabeth Bieri
Leasing Communications
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
+1 206-465-2438
elizabeth.e.bieri@boeing.com
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