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DALLAS-<\/strong> United Nigeria Airlines (U5) has signed a purchase agreement with Southwest Airlines (WN)<\/a> to acquire six Boeing 737-800 aircraft, with plans to secure up to ten of these ex-Southwest jets by early 2027. This strategic move follows their existing operations, including flights to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) and other domestic bases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agreement will significantly boost capacity, enabling United Nigeria to expand its route network across domestic, regional, and international markets. The airline\u2019s leadership expects the larger fleet to support efficient travel and reduce stopovers for passengers, Flight Global <\/a>reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: By Tom\u00e1s Del Coro from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA – N281WN Southwest Airlines 2007 Boeing 737-7H4 (cn 36528\/2307) "Southwest Airlines 500th Boeing 737 Aircraft", CC BY-SA 2.0, https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=73436945<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

United Nigeria to Acquire 10 Southwest 737<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

United Nigeria Airlines aims to induct six Boeing 737-800s<\/a> initially, with the possibility of adding four more, bringing the total to ten. These jets will join the current fleet of Embraer ERJ-145 and Boeing 737-500 aircraft, enabling scalable growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 737-800 series offers a range of approximately 2,935 nautical miles and improved fuel efficiency, helping reduce operational costs and environmental impact. The acquisition reflects the airline\u2019s drive for profitability, increased reliability, and improved passenger comfort. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s how Southwest Airlines configured its 737-800:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Seat Type<\/td>175 Collins slimline seats<\/td><\/tr>
Configuration<\/td>3-3 layout<\/td><\/tr>
Headrest<\/td>4-way adjustable<\/td><\/tr>
Row Pitch<\/td>32″ standard; 38″ at row 14; 35″ at row 15<\/td><\/tr>
Seat Width<\/td>17″<\/td><\/tr>
Recline Type<\/td>Pre-reclining; seat slides forward in reclined position<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

United Nigeria configures its Embraer ERJ145s with 50 economy seats. So one can expect the 737-800s it acquired from WN to be operated in an all-economy configuration, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Operational Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The expanded fleet will allow United Nigeria to enhance domestic frequency and offer new regional routes, such as Accra, Ghana, and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By early 2026, they expect improved market presence via direct services, leveraging fuel-efficient aircraft to serve both short and medium-haul markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expansion Timeline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n