International travel is coming back in a big way — Boeing 757-200 big.
Anchorage-based Northern Pacific Airways, a wholly-owned subsidiary of FLOAT LLC, recently finalized the purchase of the first aircraft — a Boeing 757-200. The airline completed the transaction to meet part of its initial fleet requirements. The first aircraft within this purchase will be delivered immediately.
The airline intends to offer service between points in the U.S. and Asia, via Anchorage, Alaska.
The acquisition of the Boeing 757-200 is the first step in Northern Pacific’s business plan. Prior to entering service, the aircraft will undergo a full C-level maintenance check by Certified Aviation Services LLC (C.A.S.), a leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) firm in San Bernardino, California. The Alaska-based carrier intends to continue enlarging its fleet as it prepares for passenger flights.
The best in class, Boeing 757-200 is powered by twin 36-600 Rolls-Royce RB211 underwing wing turbo engines for a maximum takeoff weight of 255,000 lbs. The plane can transport over 200 passengers to their destination’s each flight, with a range of 3,915nu/-7,250km per fueling. The single-aisle plane is less costly to fly than its wide-bodied counterparts, yet has a range greater than other aircraft of similar size. Over the duration of their manufacturing program, over 1,049 Boeing 757-200s were delivered. The aircraft is well suited for point-to-point long-haul flights, with enough space to accommodate each passenger’s carry-on.
“Northern Pacific is proud to bring this powerful aircraft into its fleet,” said Rob McKinney, Northern Pacific Airway’s CEO. “The Boeing 757-200 will help us achieve operational savings and efficiencies while offering our customers a rewarding travel experience. Northern Pacific looks forward to a successful partnership with Boeing.”
