Fri, Oct 07, 2011
Firm Contract For 78 A320neo, 32 A320s
Qantas and Airbus have finalized a contract for 110 A320 Family
aircraft, to help with the airline’s fleet renewal and
expansion plans in the coming years. The firm order for 78 A320neo
and 32 A320s is the largest single order in Australian aviation
history by aircraft units and follows a commitment signed in
August. The new aircraft will be deployed across the Qantas Group
on short to medium haul domestic and international operations and
underpin the airline’s commitment to build a fleet with the
most fuel efficient and reliable aircraft in the market.
Image Courtesy Airbus
“The Airbus A320 will be the launch aircraft for Qantas'
new, premium airline based in Asia and will support Jetstar’s
expansion plans - including the establishment of Jetstar
Japan,” said Alan Joyce, Qantas CEO.
The A320neo is a new engine option for the A320 Family to enter
service in 2015. It incorporates latest generation engines and
large "Sharklet" wing tip devices, which together will deliver 15
percent in fuel and CO2 emission savings.
A320 Family orders to date already exceed 7,900, and over 4,790
have been delivered to over 330 customers and operators worldwide.
The A320neo has over 95 percent airframe commonality with the
existing A320 models while offering up to 500 nautical miles (950
kilometres) more range or two tonnes more payload. It is offered
with engines from CFM International’s LEAP-X or Pratt &
Whitney’s PurePower PW1100G.
Qantas will make its engine decision at a later date.
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