Article from BTNews 30 MAY 2016
First SSJ100 for CityJet
CityJet has become the first European customer for the Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ100) following a delivery ceremony at SuperJet International’s premises in Venice.
The Irish airline is leasing 15 of the aircraft with an option for a further 16 in a deal worth more than US$1bn including option and after-sales services.
Dublin-based CityJet operates from key airports in Europe, including London City. The airline will receive three aircraft this year and the rest from 2017. The SSJ 100 achieved European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification in 2012.
CityJet executive chairman Pat Byrne said: “This is an important milestone for CityJet as we begin our fleet renewal programme.
“The SJ100 is a fantastic aircraft and we look forward to introducing our customers to its high levels of comfort and efficiency in the coming years.”
The CityJet aircraft has 98 seats at 32in pitch with an exclusive interior designed by Pininfarina and a cabin height of more than 2m.
SuperJet International will provide CityJet with technical support through a SuperCare agreement for 12 years. CityJet crews are being trained at the Venice training centre.
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