Arajet, the low-fare airline and flag carrier of the Dominican Republic, received its 10th Boeing 737 MAX on 11 June, as it continues to grow its next-generation, fuel-efficient fleet. The 737 MAX 8 delivery was facilitated by lessor BOC Aviation.
This latest delivery comes as Arajet plans to double its routes in the next few years. Since it launched in 2022, as the first low-fare carrier in the Caribbean, it currently serves 23 destinations in 16 countries across North and South America, including Canada, Mexico and Argentina.
“This tenth aircraft is unique, not only because it has a special Dominican ribbon painted on the fuselage, but because it will increase the number of connections we make with the continent. We are reaffirming our commitment to democratise the skies and be able to connect all our countries with the lowest possible prices,” said Victor Pacheco Méndez, CEO and founder of Arajet.
Photo: Boeing / Arajet
With 737-8 jets that can fly up to 3,500 nautical miles, the airline operates some of the longest routes in the region – efficiently connecting the Caribbean to North and South America.
“The versatility and efficiency of the 737 MAX supports Arajet’s commitment to provide safe, affordable travel for its customers,” said Mike Wilson, Boeing Vice President of Commercial Sales for Latin America and the Caribbean. “By introducing the 10th 737-8 to its fleet, Arajet reaches an important milestone as the airline further connects the Dominican Republic with the rest of the Americas.”
Boeing’s 20-year Commercial Market Outlook for Latin America and the Caribbean forecasts more than 90% of the region’s airplane demand will be for single-aisle jets, aligning with Arajet’s own fleet and route growth strategy.
Boeing’s 737 MAX production expansion is still halted by the FAA, following a ruling after a plug-door blew out on an Alaska Airlines B737 MAX 9 flight in January. It recently disclosed its 11-page safety document to the FAA, which said it would continue increased oversight until it was satisfied the manufacturer had done enough to fix its production and supply issues.
