Boeing delivered fuel-efficient 737 MAX jet to Cabo Verde Airlines at a special event marking the airline’s first B737-8. The airline plans to deploy the aircraft across Cape Verdean Island from Africa, Europe, North America and South America.
“This is a significant moment for Cabo Verde Airlines. With the addition of the Boeing 737-8, we continue to expand our fleet to pre-pandemic levels,” said Sara Pires, Cabo Verde Airlines’ chief executive and president. “The delivery of an airplane with the capabilities of the 737-8 allows us to meet the growing travel demand to our archipelago country at the crossroads of four continents.”
Cabo Verde Airlines connects four continents with non-stop flights from its hubs in Praia and Sal. The 737-8 is part of the airline’s new ‘take-off’ relaunch strategy. It aims to renew its fleet and expand its network to previously operated routes following the pandemic.
“The 737 MAX family is perfectly suited for Cabo Verde Airlines to serve prominent markets in Africa, Europe and North and South America, providing it with enhanced capability and flexibility across its network,” said Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing vice president of commercial sales and marketing, Africa. “The 737-8, with its versatility and fuel efficiency, will support Cabo Verde Airlines’ goal of competing to win back market share.”
According to Boeing, the 737 MAX enhanced efficiency, improved environmental performance and increased passenger comfort to the single-aisle market as it is powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines and advanced technology winglets, the 737 MAX reduces fuel use and emissions by 20%.