Wed, Jan 12, 2011
And In The Process Becomes A Launch Customer For The
A320neo
India's largest low-cost carrier, IndiGo has signed a Memorandum
of Understanding for 180 Airbus A320 aircraft of which 150 will be
A320neo’s and 30 will be A320s. It is the largest single firm
order number for large jets in commercial aviation history, and
also makes IndiGo a launch customer for the A320neo. Engine
selection will be announced by the airline at a later date.
The A320neo, which is expected to begin deliveries in 2016,
incorporates new, more efficient engines and large wing tip devices
called Sharklets delivering significant fuel savings of up to 15
percent, which represents up to 3,600 tonnes of CO2 annually per
aircraft. In addition, Airbus estimates that the A320neo will
provide a double-digit reduction in NOx emissions and reduced
engine noise.
“This order for industry leading fuel efficient aircraft
will allow IndiGo to continue to offer low fares,” said
Rakesh Gangwal and Rahul Bhatia, co-founders of IndiGo.
“Ordering more A320s was the natural choice to meet
India’s growing flying needs. The opportunity to reduce costs
and to further improve our environmental performance through the
A320neo were key to our decision.”
“The A320 Family is the recognised market leader. The
A320neo, offering maximum benefit for minimum change, will ensure
that this continues to be the case for many years to come,”
said John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers.
“This order positions IndiGo to take full advantage of the
predicted growth in Indian air travel and we are delighted that
they continue to build their future with Airbus.”
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