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SwiftJet selects a Diamond Aircraft
SwiftJet, a new airline company, has selected a Diamond D-JET for its charter services in Canada. Today, the Canada-based airline announced that they are ordering 5 D-JETs for a new affordable charter. The airline also secured an additional 10 options, which will be delivered by 2010, making a total purchase of 15 aircrafts.
The Diamond Aircraft Company was more than happy to accommodate the needs of SwiftJet airlines. As cited from the press release,
“We designed the D-JET to be the most desirable and attainable personal jet, so more people can afford to enjoy the benefits of private jet travel,” said Peter Maurer, President of Diamond Aircraft. “From owner-pilots to commercial operators, a large and growing number of customers are embracing the D-JET as we progress toward certification next year. This new kind of aircraft enables new kinds of innovative business models, and we are delighted SwiftJet has chosen the D-JET for its fleet.”
“The D-JET was designed to be an affordable personal jet, and soon 20.1 million business travellers in Canada will be able to benefit from the same cost savings,” said Bassam Al-Sarraj, President of SwiftJet and a commercial pilot with 14 years of experience. “SwiftJet will re-define chartered travel and turn it into a hassle-free, low cost, private class option that’s not just for the wealthy, but for anyone who demands efficiency. Travelers will have the flexibility to travel when and where they want, saving the expense of indirect flights and free from delays caused by cancellations and long line-ups at customs.”
“The D-JET can land and take off from many small landing strips in Canada. It’s the ideal solution for small to mid-sized businesses looking to expand their markets outside the traditional airline air corridors,” said Al-Sarraj. “For example, the Peterborough to Windsor corridor could take less than one hour from the time the passengers step on the plane until they get off. Considering that the drive to Windsor would take 5.5 hrs not including traffic, flying on D-JET makes good business sense.”
