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Akasa Air Secures 3 More Boeing Jets from BOC Aviation
20 May
Summary
- Akasa Air will lease three new Boeing 737-8200 aircraft.
- Deliveries of these CFM LEAP-1B powered jets are expected by year-end 2026.
- This deal strengthens Akasa Air's partnership with BOC Aviation.
Singapore-based BOC Aviation has inked a second lease agreement with Akasa Air, securing three more Boeing 737-8200 jets for the Indian airline. These aircraft, equipped with CFM LEAP-1B engines, are scheduled for delivery by the close of 2026. This new deal builds upon a previous successful transaction and signifies BOC Aviation's confidence in Akasa Air's expansion.
Akasa Air, which began operations in August 2022, has rapidly grown and carried over 27 million passengers. The airline is committed to long-term expansion, with a significant order for 226 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Currently, Akasa Air operates 38 fuel-efficient Boeing 737 MAX planes.
The airline currently serves 27 domestic cities and seven international destinations. This latest agreement with BOC Aviation will further bolster Akasa Air's fleet as it continues to develop its business within India and beyond, highlighting the strength of the Indian aviation market.
