Romanian national airline TAROM has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX, marking the introduction of the aircraft type into its fleet. The Boeing 737-8 is the first of four aircraft to be delivered in stages through 2027.<\/p>\n
The planes are being acquired through operational and financial leasing arrangements, with two supplied by CDB Aviation.<\/p>\n
A second Boeing 737-8 is scheduled to arrive at the end of September, followed by two more in 2027.<\/p>\n
TAROM said it will use the new aircraft on routes to major European capitals. The fleet renewal is part of its restructuring plan, which focuses on route optimization, operational efficiency, and passenger experience.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe arrival of the first Boeing 737 MAX in TAROM\u2019s fleet is an essential moment in the company\u2019s transformation,\u201d said TAROM general director Cristian Anghel. \u201cFleet renewal and increased operating capacity are key components of our restructuring plan.\u201d<\/p>\n
The new aircraft has been named after Romanian football coach Mircea Lucescu. His grandson, Matei Lucescu, attended the delivery event in Bucharest.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur entire family is moved and honored by this gesture. My grandfather\u2019s name continues to fly high thanks to this aircraft bearing his name,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The Boeing 737-8 is equipped with CFM International LEAP-1B engines and advanced winglets. According to the press release<\/a>, it uses 20% less fuel and produces 20% fewer emissions than the aircraft it replaces, while its noise footprint is 50% smaller.<\/p>\n Its cabin features larger overhead luggage compartments, customizable LED lighting, and windows 20% larger than those of competing aircraft, TAROM said.<\/p>\n More than 200 Boeing 737-8 aircraft are currently operated by European airlines.<\/p>\n TAROM\u2019s aircraft was delivered in the presence of representatives of the airline, Boeing, CDB Aviation, and the Lucescu family.<\/p>\n