Jeju Air (KRX:089590) has added its 13th Boeing B737-8 aircraft to its fleet on Saturday, Pulse reported on Monday, citing a company statement.
The next-generation planes now make up 30.2% of the airline's passenger fleet, while owned aircraft represent 34.8% of its total fleet, the publication said.
The airline is shifting from B737-800NG to the newer model to enhance cost efficiency and reduce environmental impact, the news portal said.
The B737-8 offers lower maintenance, repair and overhaul costs through longer component replacement intervals and consumes less fuel, the report said.
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