+243 834 417 016 info@s-muyaliairlines.com Fleet technical data
NAVIGATION MENU
+243 834 417 016 info@s-muyaliairlines.com
Aircraft & Operational Standard

Our Fleet

Flagship Aircraft Boeing 737-400 S-Muyali Airlines
Initial Fleet & Performance

Boeing 737-400 Convertible

Versatile Medium-Haul — Cargo Freight & Passengers

Choosing the Boeing 737-400 meets a strategic imperative: combining high cargo/passenger payload capacity with excellent operability on Congolese provincial runways. This globally proven aircraft guarantees maximum technical availability and optimal unit operating cost control.

Configuration Convertible Cargo / Pax
Maintenance CAMO / ICAO Compliance
Network Vocation Interprovincial DRC
Engines CFM56 Turbofans
Operational Logic

Why the Boeing 737-400 for the DRC?

Regional Runways

Demonstrated capability to safely operate on provincial runways (Lubumbashi, Kisangani, Mbuji-Mayi, Kananga) with available ground support infrastructure.

Cargo & Pax Versatility

Configuration flexibility allowing maximization of cargo load factors or operation of regular passenger flights according to seasonality and demand.

Proven Maintenance

Global availability of spare parts and technical mastery ensured under the supervision of our Airworthiness Directorate (CAMO).

Economic Efficiency

Reduced unit operating costs (CASK), enabling SMA SARLU to offer freight rates from $1.5/kg and advantageous ULCC tickets.

Fleet Development Plan

Scaling Up & 2nd Aircraft (2028)

S-Muyali Airlines' business plan outlines a consolidated launch phase with 1 main aircraft (2026-2027), followed by the integration of a second aircraft starting in 2028 under operational lease. This expansion will double frequencies on mining corridors and open initial regional connections.

2026 – 2027: 1 Boeing 737-400 in active service
2028: Integration of the 2nd line aircraft
Horizon 2030: Strengthened fleet for the Central African network