AerCap Delivers First Boeing 737 MAX-8 to Turkish Airlines and AJet

AerCap has announced the delivery of the first of 25 Boeing 737 MAX-8 aircraft (TC-OHS / MSN60718) to Turkish Airlines and its subsidiary, AJet. The milestone was marked with a special ceremony at Boeing’s Delivery Centre in Everett, Seattle, attended by members of the AerCap team.

This delivery is part of a significant fleet expansion for Turkish Airlines and AJet, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and passenger experience. The Boeing 737 MAX-8 is known for its advanced fuel efficiency and lower emissions, aligning with the airlines’ sustainability goals.

Dublin-based AerCap, one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing companies, emphasised its commitment to supporting airline partners with modern, cost-effective aircraft solutions. The remaining deliveries are scheduled over the coming months.

Mark Dwyer
Mark Dwyerhttps://flyinginireland.com
Mark is an airline pilot flying the Boeing 737 for a major European airline. In addition he is also a Type Rating Instructor, Type Rating Examiner and Base Training Captain on the B737. Outside of commercial flying Mark enjoys flying light aircraft from the smallest 3 Axis microlights up to heavier singles. He is also an instructor and EASA Examiner on single engines and a UK CAA Examiner. He flies the Chipmunk for the Irish Historic Flight Foundation (IHFF). Mark became the Chairman of the National Microlight Association of Ireland (NMAI) in 2013 and has overseen a massive growth in the organisation. In this role he has worked at local and national levels. In 2015, Mark won ‘Upcoming Aviation Professional Award’ at the Aviation Industry Awards sponsored by the IAA. Mark launched this website back in 2002 while always managing the website, he has also been Editor and Deputy Editor of FlyingInIreland Magazine from 2005 to 2015.

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