Arajet’s tenth Boeing 737 MAX arrived in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on June 11, as the airline continues to expand its fuel-efficient fleet. This 737-8 delivery, facilitated through a lessor, supports Arajet’s growth strategy across the Americas, with plans to more than double its routes in the coming years.
“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. Since launching in 2022, Arajet has expanded its all-737 MAX fleet to serve 23 destinations in 16 countries, including Canada, Mexico, and Argentina. Arajet’s performance earned it recognition as the ‘start-up airline of the year’ at the World Aviation Summit in 2023.
With 737-8 jets capable of flying 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.
Powered by CFM International LEAP-1B engines and advanced technology winglets, the 737 MAX reduces fuel use and emissions by 20% compared to the aeroplanes it replaces. It can fly farther than previous-generation aeroplanes and has a 50% smaller noise footprint.
