What is the new aircraft Akasa Air received?

Akasa Air received its first purpose-built Boeing 737 Max 8-200 aircraft.

How many seats does the new Akasa Air 737 Max 8-200 have?

The new Akasa Air 737 Max 8-200 is equipped with 197 Safran Z200 seats.

What charging ports are available on Akasa Air's new 737 Max?

The new Akasa Air 737 Max seats feature both USB-C and USB-A charging ports.

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Akasa Air's New 737 Max 8-200 Lands!

11 Dec

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Summary

Akasa Air received its first purpose-built Boeing 737 Max 8-200.
The new aircraft seats 197 passengers with USB-C and USB-A ports.
This delivery marks the first 737 Max built from scratch for Akasa Air.

Akasa Air has expanded its fleet with the arrival of its first purpose-built Boeing 737 Max 8-200. This new aircraft, registered VT-YBH, arrived in Bengaluru on December 10, becoming the airline's 31st Boeing 737-8 Max. Unlike previous additions, this jet was manufactured from the ground up to Akasa Air's precise specifications, marking a new phase in its fleet development.

The 737 Max 8-200 is a high-density configuration designed for efficiency, seating up to 200 passengers. Akasa Air's new aircraft is fitted with 197 Safran Z200 Slimline seats, offering passengers a four-inch recline and convenient USB-C and USB-A charging ports. This focus on passenger comfort aligns with the airline's dedication to delivering excellent service and a modern travel experience.

With this latest acquisition, Akasa Air now operates seven Max 8-200 variants alongside its standard 189-seat and 177-seat configurations. The airline has a firm order for 226 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, underscoring its ambitious growth plans and commitment to modernizing its operations.