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Virgin Australia welcomes first 737 MAX 8, announces US$73 million fleet refurbishment
July 10th 2023
Virgin Australia (VA) said its 737-700 and 737-800 fleets will be upgraded with seats equipped with in-seat power, a tablet/personal electronic device holder and the return of a WiFi offering in a A$110 million (US$73 million) two-year refurbishment program. Read More » The cabin products will be installed on both of the types and will match the product offering on VA’s 737 MAX 8s. The Australian carrier revealed its first 737 MAX 8, registration VH-8IA “Monkey Mia”, to employees, their families and invited media at the company’s Brisbane headquarters over the weekend. “It is wonderful to be here celebrating the arrival of our new fuel-efficient aircraft with the wider Virgin Australia family,” VA CEO, Jayne Hrdlicka, said. “Today is an important milestone for Virgin Australia as we grow and renew our fleet and continue investing in our on board guest experience.” Seven more 737 MAX 8s will join VA’s fleet, starting from late next year.
