Air Senegal commits to first Boeing 737 MAX order | News
Boeing and Air Senegal announced today that the West African airline will order nine 737 MAX aircraft. If the 737 MAX order is finalized, it will be the airline’s largest ever fleet purchase – and its first order of Boeing aircraft since 2004 – as it looks to expand service regionally and internationally.
With the introduction of the 737-8 to its single-aisle fleet, Air Senegal will expand its network in Europe and launch new routes from Dakar to the Middle East and America. The 737 MAX will also allow Air Senegal to serve secondary European cities, saving fliers time in bypassing major hubs.
“This acquisition marks an important milestone for Air Sénégal,” said CEO Tidiane Ndiaye. “This order is part of Air Sénégal’s strategy to strengthen and modernize its fleet to support the expansion of its regional and intercontinental network and strengthen Dakar’s position as a leading aviation hub in West Africa.”
The 737-8 can carry up to 178 passengers in a two-class configuration or fly up to 3,500 nautical miles (6,480 km). Air Senegal will benefit from the aircraft’s operational efficiency as it reduces fuel consumption and emissions by 20% and creates a 50% smaller noise footprint compared to the aircraft it replaces.
“We look forward to welcoming Air Senegal to the 737 MAX family as they leverage the versatility, reliability and advanced technology of the 737-8 to support their growth ambitions,” said Brad McMullen, Boeing Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing. “We are committed to the sustainable development of air travel in the region and will work with Air Senegal to improve their fleet and passenger experience.”
The 737-8 aircraft is well suited to meet the rising demand for air travel in Africa, fueled by economic development and a young and growing population.
Boeing’s 2025 Commercial Market Outlook predicts that African airlines will need more than 1,200 new aircraft over the next two decades, with single-aisle aircraft accounting for more than 70% of deliveries.
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