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| Arik Air's CRJ1000 |
Arik Air has stepped-up its game by injecting a newly
configured Bombardier’s CRJ1000 NextGen into its operation for passengers’
comfort and exciting travel experience.
According to a statement from Bombardier, “Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced that Arik Air of
Lagos, Nigeria has placed the first dual-class CRJ1000 NextGen aircraft
configured with three-abreast business-class seating into service in West
Africa. Arik Air will use the CRJ1000 NextGen aircraft to increase network
service on its most popular business routes in West Africa.”
Expressing his satisfaction Dr. Michael Arumemi-Ikhide,
Group Chief Executive Officer, Arik Air said, “Configured to offer the very
best in-flight comfort and style for our passengers with 10 premier, three-abreast, business-class seats and 81
economy-class seats, the CRJ1000 NextGen aircraft also provides a high degree
of operational flexibility to enhance our service, with a reduced environmental
footprint to promote greener, more sustainable aviation,” “Deployed to increase
frequencies between our more popular business routes from daily, to twice-daily
flights, we are also using the aircraft to launch a third daily flight on our
popular Lagos to Accra service.”
“Designed to meet the needs of airlines in high-frequency
regional markets, the CRJ1000 NextGen aircraft has established a reputation for
excellent passenger comfort, while delivering outstanding fuel economy and up
to 10 per cent cash operating cost advantage,’’ said Mike Arcamone, President,
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “We are delighted to congratulate Arik Air on
launching service with the first dual-class CRJ1000 NextGen aircraft with a three-abreast,
business-class configuration. This cabin configuration showcases the true
flexibility of the CRJ1000 NextGen regional jet and is the key to achieving the
highest passenger comfort and increased revenues.”
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