Credit: Luxair
On Monday 22 July 2024, Boeing and Luxair announced that the European regional carrier once again ordered a new model of the 737 MAX range to power its sustainable growth.
A year after purchasing the 737-7 and 737-8 models, Luxair has announced it has now placed an order for two 737-10 aeroplanes with options for two more. The 737-10 is reportedly the largest model in the MAX family and provides the best economics of any single-aisle jet.
“The purchase of the 737-10 is another step towards Luxair positioning for its future with the investment in the latest aeroplane technology that will support Luxair’s growth plans and the decarbonisation of our fleet. There is a high commonality between the 737 MAX models, and this allows for significant operational savings for the airline,” said Gilles Feith, CEO of Luxair. “In addition to reducing overall fuel use and emissions, the 737 MAX will help create a 50% smaller noise footprint by reducing noise generated by takeoffs and landings at Luxembourg Airport.”
The 737 MAX family reportedly reduces fuel use and carbon emissions by 20% compared to the aeroplane it replaces, providing operators greater efficiency along with fleet commonality. With the 737-10’s size, operators can carry more passengers and realise the lowest cost per seat of any single-aisle aeroplane.
Luxair plans to operate its new 737-10 to offer passengers a minimum of 30-inch (around 76 cm) seat pitch. In this configuration, the airline can fly up to 213 passengers on routes stretching 5,740 km, resulting in more capacity and range to capitalise on growing leisure travel.
“With three members of the 737 MAX family in its fleet, Luxair will have the flexibility to use the right size aeroplane according to the market demand,” said Brad McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing. “We appreciate Luxair for choosing the 737-10 to support its growth and improve the passenger experience while realising the benefits of operating an increasingly fuel-efficient fleet.”
Luxair currently operates a regional fleet of 21 aeroplanes, including two leased 737-8 and eight Next-Generation 737. Luxair noted it has expanded its route network by 30% in the past two years, serving 94 destinations.
