AS part of its strategic fleet and network expansions for better regional connectivity and efficiency, Myanmar Airways International welcomed its seventh Airbus A319 aircraft to Yangon International Airport on 23 June.
A water spraying ceremony, which was attended by officials from the Department of Civil Aviation, MAI executives, partner representatives and guests, was held for this aircraft, with registration number XY-ALY named Bagan.
“This aircraft arrival is a significant step in MAI’s strategy to expand its network. It will increase our passenger capacity for the upcoming tourist season, and expand our regional routes faster. It will support our commitment to providing direct connections and reliable flights in line with international standards to meet the needs of Myanmar’s aviation transport sector,” said MAI chief executive officer Mr Tanes Kumar.
Coinciding with MAI’s expansion, celebrating its 32nd anniversary, the new Airbus A319 will be used on the current most popular routes as well as new routes, due to its range and capacity.
Starting from late October, MAI will fly more flights to Yangon-Hanoi, Yangon/Mandalay-Chiang Mai, Yangon-Da Nang, Yangon-Kolkata, Yangon-Chennai, and Yangon-Guangzhou, subject to authorities’ approvals.
With this arrival, MAI’s fleet now totals 11 aircraft, including seven Airbus A320s, two Embraer E 190s, an ATR72-600 and a Boeing 737-400F cargo aircraft. MAI is based at Yangon and Mandalay airports and operates flights to 41 cities across Myanmar, ASEAN, Northeast Asia and the Middle East. MAI’s partner Mingalar Airlines has acquired three ATR72-600 aircraft, bringing the Group’s total fleet to 14 aircraft. — MT/ZN
