Mr. Rakesh Jhunjhunwala’s all set to launch a low-cost Indian airline
Akasa ordered 72 Boeing's 737 Max jets. This move is said to help the US plane making team to capture the ground they lost.
SNV Aviation owns Akasa Air and that it is said to fly off next year in the summer. The civil ministry in India is yet to clear Aksa’s launching plans and processes. As per claims of the Akasa Team, it is one of the most dependable, affordable, and cleanest airlines to happen in India.
At the 2021 Dubai Airshow, Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube said, "We are delighted to partner with Boeing for our first airplane order and thank them for their trust and confidence in Akasa Air's business plan and leadership team. We believe that the new 737 MAX airplane will support our aim of running not just a cost-efficient, reliable and affordable airline, but also an environmentally friendly company with the youngest and greenest fleet in the Indian skies."
"We are honored that Akasa Air, an innovative airline focused on customer experience and environmental sustainability, has placed its trust in the 737 family to drive affordable passenger service in one of the world's fastest-growing aviation regions," said Stan Deal, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO.
Akasa Air's order includes two variants from the 737 MAX family, the 737-8 and the high-capacity 737-8-200. Providing the lowest seat-mile costs for a single-aisle airplane as well as high dispatch reliability and an enhanced passenger experience. As per the Boeing media release, the 737 MAX will ensure Akasa Air has a competitive edge in its dynamic home market
Mr. Rakesh Jhunjhunwala is India’s one of the most renowned investors. He is a partner in an asset management firm standing up to be the 38th richest man in India. Forbes referred to him to be the Warren Buffet of the Indian Market.