Darwin International Airport: SilkAir brings a new joy of flying to Darwin in an Australian first wi
On Sunday 7th January 2018 at 1445, Darwin International Airport will be the first airport in Australia to welcome the arrival of SilkAir's newest aircraft the Boeing 737 MAX 8.
The new aircraft offers customers an enhanced on-board experience, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant flight experience for travellers on SilkAir services between Darwin and Singapore and vice versa.
Mr Foo Chai Woo, Chief Executive of SilkAir said, "We are thrilled to be introducing the new Boeing 737 MAX 8 to Australia. Given we recently celebrated our 5th Anniversary of flights to the Northern Territory capital, Darwin is the perfect choice to host the arrival of the inaugural MAX 8 flight into Australia."
"Darwin International Airport is delighted to welcome the inaugural flight of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 to Australia," said CEO of NT Airports, Ian Kew. "We are planning a water cannon salute and other activities for families, aviation enthusiasts and plane spotters to welcome the new aircraft. We'd like the people of Darwin to join us in celebrating its arrival."
The new aircraft not only promises enhanced comfort for passengers, it enables SilkAir to offer customers access to potential new and exciting destinations and paves the way for a new phase of growth for the airline.
Features of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft
Main features
- 12 Business Class seats and 144 Economy class seats
- Signature Boeing Sky Interior with new colours to mimic the time of the day
Enhanced Business Class seats and cabin
- 25% increase in seat pitch (39" to 49") as well as additional seat recline (8" to 12") for added comfort.
- Convenient side pocket for easily accessible personal storage as well as USB and 3-pin charging port to keep devices fully charged throughout the flight
- Business class passengers can also indulge in gourmet coffee from world-renowned illycafe, brewed freshly on-board
Economy class seats and cabin features
- Showcase a sleeker and more ergonomic design, in new colours aqua and grey
- Seats will be fitted with a seat-back tablet and phone holders and accompanied by personal USB charging ports.
- Wireless in-flight entertainment SilkAir Studios has also been upgraded, offering more than 100 exciting blockbuster hits, 40 television shows and chart topping movies streaming on personal devices.