DUBAI, UAE- flydubai (FZ), the Dubai-headquartered airline, revealed its recent partnership with Smartwings (QS), an airline based in the Czech Republic.
According to the agreement, flydubai will wet lease four Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft from Smartwings for the period spanning from October 17, 2023, to April 16, 2024.
flydubai Smartwings Boeing 737s lease
The Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (ACMI) agreement with Smartwings will see four-leased aircraft support Flydubai’s 79 Boeing 737 aircraft fleet.
Further enabling the carrier to add more capacity for its passengers. Subsequently, cater to the demand for travel during busy travel periods.
At present, flydubai exclusively operates a unified fleet consisting of Boeing 737 aircraft. This fleet comprises 30 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800, 46 Boeing 737 MAX 8, and three Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplanes.
The aircraft, which features an all-Economy Class configuration, will serve specific routes within the flydubai network, such as Chattogram, Colombo, Dhaka, Karachi, and Muscat.
Travelers with flydubai reservations on Smartwings-operated flights will receive advance notifications about their upcoming travel dates.
Executive Insights
Sharing his thoughts on the arrangement, Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai, expressed his satisfaction with the newly established wet lease agreement with Smartwings.
This marks the third collaboration between the two carriers since 2019. Al Ghaith pointed out that Smartwings holds an IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) certification and has extensive experience in ACMI agreements. He further emphasized that the incorporation of four additional leased aircraft into their fleet will help ensure operational efficiency, boost capacity across their network, and mitigate potential disruptions for passengers, especially during one of the most bustling travel periods of the year.
Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai
Jiri Juran, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Smartwings, also expressed his thoughts and said,
“We are pleased to announce our third ACMI wet lease agreement with flydubai. This collaboration holds significant importance for us, as it will enable us to enhance the utilization of our aircraft and offer more opportunities for our skilled employees during the winter season.”
About Airlines
Smartwings
With a presence in the airline market for over 26 years, Smartwings stands as the largest Czech airline under the Smartwings Group umbrella. The airline offers a comprehensive range of services, including scheduled flights, charter flights, private business jet flights, and ACMI leases.
In addition to regular and charter services, Smartwings is recognized for providing specialized flights for esteemed global corporations, significant humanitarian initiatives, and prominent sports organizations. With a global reach, Smartwings Group’s fleet serves over 200 airports worldwide.
Smartwings has consistently demonstrated its commitment to safety by successfully completing the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA). Further, the Smartwings Group maintains a fleet of 43 aircraft.
flydubai
Based in Dubai, flydubai has established an extensive network of over 115 destinations, facilitated by a fleet of 79 aircraft.
Since its inception in June 2009, flydubai has been dedicated to breaking down travel barriers. Further promoting trade and tourism and strengthening connections between diverse cultures across its continuously growing network.
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