Skymark will operate a special charter flight on November 7 to mark the retirement of its Boeing 737-800 aircraft, registration JA737N.
The aircraft was introduced in 2007 and has been in service for 19 years, the longest period of operation among the airline’s aircraft. It is the only Boeing 737 currently operating in Japan that is not equipped with winglets.
The charter flight will depart from and return to Kobe, taking off at 9:45 a.m. A rocket start will be performed at takeoff, and pilots will provide commentary on aircraft operation during the flight. The aircraft will conduct a low pass at Chubu Centrair International Airport at around 10:30 a.m. and land in Kobe at 11:30 a.m. From 1:15 p.m. until around 4:50 p.m., participants will be able to tour and photograph the aircraft exterior, cockpit, and galley.
Tour prices range from 57,000 yen to 73,700 yen. The price is the same for adults and children, but varies by seat. Passenger facility service charges and meal costs are not included.
Advance sales for registered My Page members will run from noon on September 18 through September 24, while general sales will run from noon on September 29 through October 6. Participants will be selected by lottery in both cases. Those not selected in the advance sale may still apply during the general sale.
The minimum number of participants is 100. The tour may be canceled if this number is not reached. The tour is planned and operated by Skypack Tours.
The event will proceed in the rain; however, the flight route, special flight operations, and part or all of the event may be changed or canceled due to weather, instructions from relevant authorities, aircraft conditions, or other factors.
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