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Ariana Airlines brings $2.3 million Boeing 737 engine from US to Kabul
The airline said the delivery represents an important step in strengthening its technical and operational capacity and supporting the continued operation of its fleet.
Ariana Afghan Airlines has brought a Boeing 737 aircraft engine from the United States to Kabul following continued efforts by the airline’s leadership to complete the shipment.
According to Ariana Afghan Airlines’ media office, the engine had been held up in the United States due to customs procedures. Following completion of the required process, the engine was cleared and transported to Kabul.
The engine was purchased from US-based Global Engine for $2.3 million. Ariana’s technical team is expected to install the engine on one of the airline’s Boeing 737 aircraft following its arrival.
The airline said the delivery represents an important step in strengthening its technical and operational capacity and supporting the continued operation of its fleet.
Ariana Afghan Airlines’ leadership said it is also working to accelerate the procurement of additional spare parts and technical equipment required to maintain and support the airline’s aircraft and operations.