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25-May-2016 5:20 AM

Sukhoi Superjet 100 delivery to CityJet, first European airline

CityJet confirmed (24-May-2016) the delivery of a Sukhoi SuperJet SSJ100 aircraft in Venice on 24-May-2016. CityJet becomes the first European operator of the aircraft. The airline will lease 15 SSJ100s with an option for an additional 16. The agreement is worth over USD1 billion including option and after-sales services. The airline will receive the first three of the aircraft type in 2016 with the remainder from 2017. CityJet executive chairman Pay Byrne described the aircraft as a "game changer" and commented: "The delivery of our first Superjet SSJ100 is an important milestone for CityJet as we begin our fleet renewal programme. This 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 is in the 98-seat configuration with an interior designed by Pininfarina, five abreast seating in a 32" seat pitch. SuperJet International will also provide CityJet with the technical support through a SuperCare agreement for 12 years. CityJet crews are being trained at the Training Center in Venice. [more - original PR - CityJet] [more - original PR - Sukhoi]

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