News
S7 receives Russia's first B737 MAX
October 19th 2018
Boeing, Air Lease Corp. (ALC) and Russia's S7 Airlines this week celebrated the delivery of the airline's first B737 MAX, on lease from ALC. Read More »
S7, operated by Globus Airlines, will take ten additional B737 MAXs "over the next few years as part of its strategic plan to strengthen its airplane fleet," the airline said on Monday.
S7 is Russia's only oneworld member carrier.
"We always stay up-to-date with the latest developments of manufacturers and actively implement them to improve our service. The airline's fleet already includes 19 B737NG aircraft. The new B737 MAX that we received today from our partners at ALC offers even more passenger comfort, reduced noise level and lower environmental impact. We are delighted that our passengers will be the first in Russia to appreciate the benefits onboard these new generation airplanes," said general director of Globus Airlines, Vadim Klebanov.
The B737 MAX 8 has a range of up to 3,850 nautical miles (7,130 kilometers). The MAX 8, in particular, can seat up to 178 passengers in a standard two-class configuration.
S7 has configured its MAX 8 with eight business class and 168 economy class seats. The airline's maiden B737 MAX will be based at Novosibirsk Tolmachevo International Airport and operate flights to Chita and Moscow, starting this week.
"ALC is delighted to be a part of introducing the first B737 MAX aircraft in Russia with this delivery to our longtime customer, S7 Airlines," said ALC executive vice president, Alex Khatibi.
"With S7 Group's innovative approach to its business and ambitious long-term goals, the 737 MAX will be a great addition to its fleet and will be seamlessly integrated in the group's strategy of delivering exceptional performance and value," said senior vice president of commercial sales and marketing for The Boeing Company, Ihssane Mounir.
S7 Group is the largest private aviation and space holding company in Russia, comprising air transportation, maintenance and space operations. Globus Airlines operates flights under the S7 Airlines brand. The airline's route network covers cities across Russia, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, the Far East and Europe.
S7 now has 89 aircraft, comprising 50 A320 Family aircraft, 21 B737NGs, said B737 MAX 8 and 17 E170s.
