Luxair to buy used 737-700s
Luxair plans to acquire 2 Boeing 737-700s in 2019 to expand its route structure and build additional resilience to its network. The aircraft will be bought from an unnamed “large European flag carrier,” a Luxair spokesman said Thursday. The airline said in late 2017 that it was looking at a fleet renewal plan. It also said last year it was seeking to replace its 737-700s with a new regional jet, with the choice between the Bombardier CS100 (now Airbus A220-100) or the Embraer E190 E2. However, the spokesman said the purchase of used 737-700s was going ahead as the airline required additional short-term capacity. “They are used aircraft because we need new aircraft immediately to strengthen our markets and routes, so ordering new aircraft was not an option” given the lengthy lead times at virtually all major manufacturers. <br/>
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Luxair to buy used 737-700s
Luxair plans to acquire 2 Boeing 737-700s in 2019 to expand its route structure and build additional resilience to its network. The aircraft will be bought from an unnamed “large European flag carrier,” a Luxair spokesman said Thursday. The airline said in late 2017 that it was looking at a fleet renewal plan. It also said last year it was seeking to replace its 737-700s with a new regional jet, with the choice between the Bombardier CS100 (now Airbus A220-100) or the Embraer E190 E2. However, the spokesman said the purchase of used 737-700s was going ahead as the airline required additional short-term capacity. “They are used aircraft because we need new aircraft immediately to strengthen our markets and routes, so ordering new aircraft was not an option” given the lengthy lead times at virtually all major manufacturers. <br/>
