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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

This week, Anchorage-based Northern Pacific Airways, a wholly-owned subsidiary

of FLOAT Alaska LLC, agreed to the purchase of its first six aircraft—Boeing

757-200s. The airline completed the transaction to meet part of its initial

fleet requirements. The first aircraft within this purchase will be delivered

immediately.

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The airline intends to offer service between points in the U.S. and Asia, via

Anchorage, Alaska.

The acquisition of the Boeing 757-200s is the first step in Northern Pacific's

business plan. Prior to entering service, the aircraft will undergo a full

C-level maintenance check by Certified Aviation Services LLC (C.A.S.), a

leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (M.R.O.) firm in San Bernardino,

California. The Alaska-based carrier intends to continue enlarging its fleet as

it prepares for passenger flights.

The best in class Boeing 757-200 is powered by twin 36-600 Rolls-Royce RB211

underwing turbo engines for a maximum takeoff weight of 255,000 lbs. The plane

can transport over 200 passengers to their destination's each flight, with a

range of 3,915nm/-7,250km per fueling. The single-aisle plane is less costly to

fly than its wide-bodied counterparts, yet has a range greater than other

aircraft of similar size. Over the duration of their manufacturing program,

more than 1,049 Boeing 757-200s were delivered. The aircraft is well suited for

point-to-point, long-haul flights, and has enough space to accommodate each

passenger's carry-on.

"Northern Pacific is proud to introduce these powerful aircraft as the

foundation of our fleet," said Rob McKinney, Northern Pacific's Chief Executive

Officer. "The Boeing 757-200 will help us achieve operational savings and

efficiencies while offering our customers a rewarding travel experience."

About Northern Pacific

Airways                                                      

Northern Pacific Airways (NP) plans to offer flights between points in the U.S.

and points in East Asia by connecting through Ted Stevens International Airport

in Anchorage, Alaska.

About FLOAT Alaska LLC                                                  

FLOAT Alaska LLC, headed by Rob McKinney CEO, is the parent company of Ravn

Alaska, Northern Pacific Airways, FlyCoin, and other Alaska-based

ventures.                        

SOURCE  Northern Pacific Airways