Boeing Business Jets has announced an order for two BBJ MAX 8s to Swiss-based VIP charter operator, Comlux. This marks Comlux’s first BBJ order.

“The two BBJ MAX 8s are a great addition to the Comlux fleet because they give our customers the flexibility to fly farther and more comfortably thanks to the lower cabin altitude,” said Richard Gaona, President and CEO Comlux The Aviation Group. “The long-range capability of the MAX 8 is critical to all of our customers, but especially our Middle East customers who often use Comlux aircraft for long-haul flights."

The two BBJ MAX 8s will be outfitted with custom interiors at Comlux America, a certified BBJ completion center.

“This announcement from a leading charter operator highlights the unmatched range, passenger comfort and baggage capability that BBJ products provide,” said Captain Steve Taylor, President, Boeing Business Jets. “We are pleased to work with Comlux as they position their fleet for the future.”

Comlux America signs first wide body completion

In further news, Comlux America has announced the signing of their first wide body completion. The aircraft, an Airbus A330, is scheduled to input in September of 2015 to be outfitted with a full VIP interior.

Since 2009, Comlux has already completed several narrow body completions including ACJ319, ACJ320, ACJ321, BBJ, BBJ3, and B757. They have consistently demonstrated an ability to deliver on time the most customized and innovative interiors to their VIP customers. This aircraft represents the 9th interior completion for Comlux America overall and the 1st wide body completion.

In order to house the aircraft and future wide body programs, Comlux America has launched the construction of an extension to the current hangar facility. The expansion will increase the total size from 128,000 sq. ft. (11,900 sq. m) to 157,000 sq. ft. (14,600 sq. m), allowing the facility to accommodate one wide body - up to 747-8 size - and six narrow body aircraft simultaneously.

“This wide body aircraft is the start of a new era in the development of Comlux America. We are now capable of offering completion and service work on the complete range of VIP aircraft and attract the owners of wide body aircraft, particularly present here in the Middle East.” says Jim Soleo, Comlux America’s CEO “Our team is excited by this new challenge and fully committed to deliver our first wide body with the best quality and on time.”