KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) -- Uganda National Airlines Company has signed a firm order for four new CRJ900 regional jets costing US$190 million or RM 771.4 million. (1US$ = RM 4.06), Canada's Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced.
Uganda Airlines is confident the aircraft will help the company to succeed with its proven track record in Africa and other regions of the word. The company will operate the CRJ900 in dual-class configuration with 76 seats, including 12 first class seats, a statement said.
Chief executive officer of Uganda National Airlines, Ephraim Bagenda said the company look forward to provide the most modern passenger experience in regional aviation to the people of Uganda and across Africa.
Vice-president, Sales, Middle-East and Africa at Bombardier Commercial Aircraft, Jean-Paul Boutibou said the aircraft enabled airlines worldwide to serve communities with better connectivity and they are supporting the development of Uganda´s regional air travel with these aircraft.
There are currently 21 operators flying 58 CRJ Series in Africa. Bombardier, headquartered in Montreal, Canada has recorded firm orders for 1957 CRJ Series regional jets. More information at www.bombardier.com.
-- BERNAMA
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