Air Canada to receive eight 737 MAX 8s from BOC Aviation
Air Canada is to augment its fleet with eight Boeing 787 MAX 8 aircraft from BOC Aviation, scheduled for delivery in 2024 and powered by CFM LEAP-1B engines.
“We look forward to these aircraft entering into service next year, upon the completion of some required modifications,” said Michael Rosseau, president and chief executive officer of Air Canada. “These eight, brand new, fuel-and-cost-efficient 737-8s will provide more fleet flexibility and additional capacity while supporting one of our sustainability goals of mitigating emissions”.
Upon completion of the undisclosed modifications, the aircraft will enter service in 2025, initially operating with a single economy class layout. They will subsequently be modified to Air Canada’s standard narrowbody two-cabin configuration at a later date.
“Continued growth in passenger travel is stimulating demand for aircraft, which we have been able to address for Air Canada in this transaction with eight aircraft delivering from our 100% technology orderbook,” added Steven Townsend, chief executive officer and managing director of BOC Aviation.
