Uganda Airlines back in the sky
Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has signed a memorandum of understanding for two A330-800neo, the new version of the best-selling A330 widebody airliner, featuring new wings new Rolls-Royce’s latest-generation Trent 7000 engines, new systems and a new Airspace cabin interior.
The agreement was announced at Farnborough airshow by Ephraim Bagenda, CEO of Uganda Airlines and Eric Schulz, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer.
Uganda Airlines plans to use the A330-800neos to build its international long-haul network with the aircraft offering cutting-edge technologies along with most efficient operations. The aircraft will feature a three-class cabin layout comprising 20 Business, 28 Premium Economy and 213 Economy seats.
“This agreement demonstrates our ambition for economic growth supported by a robust aviation industry. The A330-800neo combines low operating costs, long range flying capability and high levels of comfort. We are looking forward to launch operations and offer our customers best-in-class service”, said Ephraim Bagenda, CEO of Uganda Airlines.
“We are delighted to welcome Uganda Airlines among our A330neo customers, the A330neo will bring a range of benefits offering unrivalled efficiencies combined with the most modern cabin. We look forward to see the A330-800neo flying in the colours of Uganda”, said Eric Schulz, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer.
Meanwhile, Ugandans are wondering whether the thuggery at the airport will ever stop. Everyone is happy about this development, but many times people who work at the airport make it hell on earth, because they want to make money.
This is how it happens: someone will have to look for a fault on either you or your travel documents. This is all about tricks to get money from you. He or she will say where is your valid yellow fever book? Yet they are seeing it in your hands. If you reply in annoyance that will be enough to delay you until you miss the flight.
Instead of missing the flight, the wise always tip the thugs before all this saga to avoid all the bad eventualities.