Maldivian to get second wide-body aircraft in October
A second wide-body aircraft will join the fleet of Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, and begin operations in October, President Mohamed Muizzu announced on Monday.
The Airbus A-330, which landed at Venala International Airport (VIA) at 5:14 pm, was welcomed with a water salute. A special ceremony was held to mark the occasion, attended by President Muizzu, First Lady Sajidha Mohamed, Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef, Parliament Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla, Transport Minister Mohamed Ameen, and other government officials and members of parliament.
President Muizzu described the arrival of Maldivian’s first wide-body aircraft as a significant milestone for the aviation sector and emphasised its role in supporting economic development. He announced that flights with the wide-body aircraft will initially operate to selected destinations in China, with plans to expand to more cities and eventually to Europe.
The new aircraft has a seating capacity of 264 passengers, making it the largest aircraft in Maldivian’s 24-year history. Flights with the new aircraft are scheduled to commence on January 22. The airline has confirmed plans to serve three cities in China and later destinations in Europe.
An air show was organised at Usfasgandu and Hulhumalé Phase One and Two to celebrate the aircraft’s arrival. The event highlighted the significance of the new aircraft in expanding the airline’s operations and enhancing connectivity for the Maldives.
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