Polynesian Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-800, on operating lease from International Lease Finance. The 154-seater will be used to allow the airline to expand its route network, with the ability to operate direct services from Apia, Samoa to Australia and Honolulu. Polynesian also operates a 737-300.
Source: Flight International
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