Dhaka, May 4 -- EgyptAir has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX on May 3, marking a significant milestone in the airline's fleet modernization program.

The aircraft, a 737-8, is the first of 18 jets the Egyptian national carrier expects to receive on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital and represents the first 737 MAX to operate in Egypt.

The 737-8 reduces fuel use and emissions by 20% compared to EgyptAir's existing fleet of 30 737NG aircraft. Meanwhile, passengers benefit from Boeing's Sky Interior, featuring advanced LED lighting, larger windows, and spacious overhead bins.

EgyptAir plans to deploy the new aircraft on short- and medium-haul routes to destinations including Paris, Brussels, Istanbul, and Vienna.

Captain Ahmed A...