AirAsia takes delivery of Boeing 737-300

AirAsia has received its first (of four) fully owned Boeing 737-300's to debut at its new home at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

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The 737-300 was previously serving US Airways in the United States. While in Singapore, the plane underwent a refurbishment exercise and overhaul completed by ST Aerospace Engineering.

Similar to its other recent aircraft deliveries, the 737-300 is outfitted with plush leather seats and boasts AirAsia's signature red carpeting. AirAsia has stated that it plans to adopt this new makeover to all its existing fleet.

The Boeing 737-300 was purchased via an agreement with GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) signed in June 2003. AirAsia said it plans to increase its fleet to 21 aircraft by June 2004, and 30 aircraft by December 2004.

Recently, AirAsia announced its first regional flight to Phuket from its KL International Airport hub, and from its second hub in Senai Airport, Johor Bahru to Bangkok.

With the new aircraft in place, AirAsia now commands a fleet of 10 Boeing 737-300s while operating on a 9 aircraft schedule.